Sous Chef (Traveling)

Compass Group•Memphis, TN

1d•$55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Morrison Healthcare is hiring a Traveling Sous Chef based out of Memphis, Tennessee, with 100% regional travel. The role is responsible for successful culinary operations at healthcare facilities of varying sizes within a region. The Sous Chef assists with supervising, preparing, and cooking food; developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment; and may supervise hourly associates. The role works with Regional Directors, Directors, Executive Chefs, and Chefs to develop menus and assist with ordering. It also supports culinary operations, cost controls, and catering activities across facilities.

Requirements

Some progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on formal degree or training.
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
Experience using computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet.
Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs and activities.
Willingness to travel; the position involves 100% regional travel.

Nice To Haves

Associate of Science degree or equivalent experience.
Catering experience.
Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations.
Institutional and batch cooking experience.
ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

Assist Executive Chefs with managing cost controls and controlling account expenditures.
Assist Executive Chefs with planning and creating menus.
Produce and execute catering events.
Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with the Company marketing and culinary team.
Assist in supervising, preparing, and cooking food items, and developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment.
Work with Regional Directors, Directors, Executive Chefs, and Chefs on menu development and ordering.
May supervise hourly associates.