Compass Group, North America
Senior Sous Chef - Rhodes College
Compass Group, North America, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544
Bon Appetit
Salary:
$75,000 - $85,000 / year
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 Summary The Senior Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing daily culinary operations for Rhodes College. This role plays a key part in food production, menu execution, catering, and team leadership. The Senior Sous Chef helps ensure high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation while maintaining food safety and cost controls. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys mentoring kitchen teams.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Executive Chef in the overall management of the culinary department
Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and daily food preparation
Supervise, train, and support hourly culinary associates
Execute daily service and catered events with a focus on quality and presentation
Assist with food ordering, inventory, and cost control initiatives
Help implement new culinary programs and concepts in partnership with company culinary and marketing teams
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
Preferred Qualifications
Culinary degree or certificate (A.O.S. preferred) or equivalent professional experience
Progressive culinary or kitchen leadership experience
Catering experience preferred
Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations strongly preferred
Institutional or batch cooking experience a plus
Strong knowledge of culinary trends, food quality, production standards, sanitation, and cost controls
Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and email
ServSafe certification strongly preferred
Apply to Bon Appetit today! Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)
Associates at Bon Appetit 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)
Paid Parental Leave
Personal Leave
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_BAMCO.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf
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.
Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID:
1492927
Bon Appetit
Tyler Justus
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary:
$75,000 - $85,000 / year
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 Summary The Senior Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing daily culinary operations for Rhodes College. This role plays a key part in food production, menu execution, catering, and team leadership. The Senior Sous Chef helps ensure high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation while maintaining food safety and cost controls. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys mentoring kitchen teams.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Executive Chef in the overall management of the culinary department
Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and daily food preparation
Supervise, train, and support hourly culinary associates
Execute daily service and catered events with a focus on quality and presentation
Assist with food ordering, inventory, and cost control initiatives
Help implement new culinary programs and concepts in partnership with company culinary and marketing teams
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
Preferred Qualifications
Culinary degree or certificate (A.O.S. preferred) or equivalent professional experience
Progressive culinary or kitchen leadership experience
Catering experience preferred
Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations strongly preferred
Institutional or batch cooking experience a plus
Strong knowledge of culinary trends, food quality, production standards, sanitation, and cost controls
Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and email
ServSafe certification strongly preferred
Apply to Bon Appetit today! Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)
Associates at Bon Appetit 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)
Paid Parental Leave
Personal Leave
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_BAMCO.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf
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.
Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID:
1492927
Bon Appetit
Tyler Justus
#J-18808-Ljbffr