SOUS CHEF - SENIOR LIVING - COMMACK, NY - Compass Group, North America

CulinArt Sector

Salary: $75,000-$80,000/yr.





CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation/leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafés, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering/special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt’s extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions.




Job Summary



As the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for an outstanding, vibrant independent senior living facility in Commack, NY. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to build outstanding dining experiences while working in an encouraging and collaborative environment. You will assist in the supervision, preparation, and cooking of various food items, developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment. You may supervise hourly associates and work with the Executive Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering.


Key Responsibilities:



+ Assists the Executive Sous Chef with handling cost controls and controlling expenditures for the account


+ Assists the Executive Sous Chef with planning and crafting menus


+ Produces and completes catering events


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


+ Ensures all food is prepared to the highest standards of quality and safety


+ Trains and mentor's kitchen staff to achieve flawless performance



Preferred Qualifications:



+ A.S. or equivalent experience


+ Some dynamic culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training


+ Catering experience, a plus


+ Prior experience in independent senior living preferred


+ Experience in managing fast-paced, intricate foodservice operations - helpful


+ Institutional and batch cooking experiences useful


+ Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation


+ Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, E-mail, and the Internet


+ Must be willing to participate in client happiness programs/activities


+ ServSafe certified






Apply to CulinArt today!


CulinArt is a member of Compass Group USA


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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. 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.


Associates at CulinArt are offered many fantastic benefits.



+ Medical


+ Dental


+ Vision


+ Life Insurance/ AD


+ Disability Insurance


+ Retirement Plan


+ Paid Time Off


+ Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)


+ Associate Shopping Program


+ Health and Wellness Programs


+ Discount Marketplace


+ Identity Theft Protection


+ Pet Insurance


+ Commuter Benefits


+ Employee Assistance Program


+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)



Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Culinart.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.


Req ID: 1373349


CulinArt Sector


NANCY M TEIXEIRA


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