SOUS CHEF (CORPORATE CATERING & EVENTS) - PARSIPPANY, NJ

Compass Group•Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

3d•$65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today! great people. great services. great results. Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.Job Summary:The Sous Chef supports in executing elevated, executive-level corporate catering within a fast-paced, high-volume drop-off operation for Martin & Fitch Catering. This role leads daily kitchen production to ensure consistency, refined presentation, and on-time delivery, while managing prep schedules, inventory, and back-of-house staff. Working closely with logistics and culinary leadership, the Sous Chef maintains strict food safety standards, adapts quickly to changing demand, and upholds brand quality in a deadline-driven corporate environment.

Requirements

5+ years of professional culinary experience, including a minimum of 2–3 years in a Sous Chef or senior leadership role
Proven background in executive-level corporate catering, premium drop-off service, luxury events, or high-end commissary operations
Demonstrated ability to execute refined, presentation-driven menus at scale while maintaining consistency and brand standards
Advanced knowledge of production planning, recipe scaling, and batch execution for complex, multi-menu daily service
Experience leading, coaching, and holding teams accountable in deadline-driven, high-expectation environments
Exceptional attention to detail in portioning, packaging, labeling, and visual presentation appropriate for executive clients
Strong command of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP protocols; ability to enforce standards consistently across teams
Proven experience managing inventory, par levels, ordering, and food cost controls with a strategic approach to waste reduction
Ability to anticipate operational challenges and proactively adjust staffing, prep schedules, and workflow to meet exact delivery timelines
Highly organized with excellent time-management and prioritization skills
Clear, professional communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with culinary leadership, logistics, and client-facing teams
Professional presence and discretion consistent with executive-level corporate environments
Flexibility to work early mornings, weekdays, and weekends as business needs require

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting C-suite, board-level, or high-profile corporate clients
Background in fine dining, contract foodservice management companies, luxury hospitality, or chef-driven catering brands
Culinary degree or formal culinary training
ServSafe Manager certification
Experience working in multi-unit, large-scale corporate foodservice or premium catering operations
Familiarity with allergen management, dietary accommodations, and specialized corporate client requirements
Proficiency with kitchen management systems, inventory software, or production tracking tools
Demonstrated contribution to process improvement, operational efficiencies, or quality assurance initiatives