Traveling Sous Chef

Compass Group•Atlanta, GA

31d•$60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Our Passion is Food!At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!Job SummaryThe Traveling Sous Chef supports the success of the culinary program across multiple locations. This role assists with all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu execution, food preparation, ordering, inventory, and staff leadership. The Traveling Sous Chef ensures food quality, safety, and presentation standards are consistently met while supporting new culinary initiatives and operational needs at various sites. This position is based in Atlanta and requires frequent, often weekly, travel.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of culinary experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role
Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, healthcare, military, or similar foodservice environments
Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, production, and cost controls
Proven leadership, training, and coaching skills
Ability to create and manage production sheets
ServSafe or Department of Health certification preferred
Proficiency with MS Office, including Excel
Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts preferred
Ability to travel frequently, often weekly, as required by the role

Nice To Haves

ServSafe or Department of Health certification preferred
Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with daily kitchen operations, including preparation and cooking of menu items
Support menu planning and execution in alignment with client and company standards
Travel to assigned locations to support openings, transitions, and operational needs
Assist with rolling out new culinary programs in partnership with culinary and marketing teams
Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
Support cost controls, inventory management, and food waste reduction
Train, coach, and motivate back-of-house associates to meet operational goals
Ensure consistent food quality, freshness, and presentation across locations
Perform additional duties as assigned