Sous Chef - University of Kentucky - Compass Athletics
About The Position
Support culinary leadership through high-quality food execution and operational excellence. As the Sous Chef, you will supervise kitchen operations, support culinary teams, and ensure food quality and safety standards are consistently maintained. Compass Group is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with the University of Kentucky (UK), launching July 1, 2026 — and we’re looking for talented individuals to help bring this innovative, integrated services model to life through Compass Athletics. This long-term collaboration reflects a bold vision to align and strengthen services across UK’s campus, healthcare system, and athletics programs. By bringing together foodservice, hospitality, facilities management, healthcare support, and athletics operations, we are building a more connected and dynamic environment that enhances the experience for students, staff, student-athletes, patients, fans, and the broader community.
Requirements
- 2+ years of culinary leadership experience
- Experience in high-volume kitchen operations
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures
- Ability to manage multiple kitchen priorities
Nice To Haves
- Culinary degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Supervise kitchen operations during service
- Support food production and menu execution
- Ensure food quality and presentation standards
- Train and mentor kitchen team members
- Monitor sanitation and safety compliance
- Assist with inventory and ordering processes
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
