Sous Chef

Compass Group•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Bon Appetit Management Company, the focus is on great food and outstanding service, with chefs and managers encouraged to be creative and stay abreast of culinary trends rather than follow corporate recipes. The company operates as a restaurant company within contract food service, offering freedom for creativity and growth. The Sous Chef supports the day-to-day operations of the Culinary Department, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and service. This role involves assisting with supervising food preparation and cooking, developing daily menus, and overseeing proper execution and garnishment. The Sous Chef also helps lead and train hourly culinary staff, collaborates with the Executive Chef on new menu offerings, and supports ordering and inventory processes. This position is suited for an energetic, hands-on culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Requirements

Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities

Nice To Haves

A.S. or equivalent experience
Catering experience a plus
High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful
ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Responsibilities

Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account
Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus
Produces and execute catering events
Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team