SOUS CHEF - Compass Group, North America

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+ We are hiring immediately for a RETAIL DINING SOUS CHEF position.


+ Location: Drew University; 36 Madison Avenue. Madison, NJ 07940. Note: online applications accepted only.


+ Schedule: Full time; must be able to work a varied schedule. More details are available upon interview.


+ Requirement: Must have sous chef experience; previous experience in a college/university/higher ed operation is a plus.


+ Reports to: Executive Chef


+ Pay range: $50,000-55,000 per year


+ *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available









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At Gourmet Dining & Chartwells Higher Education, people are at the core of our business. Together we build innovative food service concepts and serve fresh, local and nutritious meals at over 270 college campuses across the country. Twice named the Fastest Growing Brand by Nation’s Restaurant News, at Gourmet Dining & Chartwells we take pride in creating opportunities for associates to grow their careers and achieve their development goals within the company.




Job Summary



Summary: As a Sous Chef I, you are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions. The position entails assisting in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation. This includes adhering to the client’s culture and guidelines, the Health Department’s regulations, and the company’s standards and expectations of food quality, freshness and presentation. The Sous Chef I also motivates, trains, develops, and directs the back of house associates preparing and cooking foods to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the customers, clients, and management.





Essential Duties and Responsibilities:



+ Assists in coordinating and participating in the preparation and cooking of various food items.


+ Assists with planning and creating menus.


+ Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team.


+ Assists with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure.


+ Performs other duties as assigned.






Qualifications:



+ 5 years of related culinary experience including 1 year at the management level.


+ Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.


+ Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation.


+ Ability to set up and distribute production sheets.


+ Supervisory, leadership, training, management, and coaching skills.


+ ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred.


+ Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products including Excel.


+ Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts is preferred.






The Benefits


We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential.


Full-time and part-time positions offer: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program


Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)


Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion


Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.


Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. For Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco applicants: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.


Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.


Gourmet Dining maintains a drug-free workplace.


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