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Compass Group

Sous Chef

Compass Group, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


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80,000-88,000 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 translate into exciting opportunities for our people! Job Summary The Café Sous Chef for Bon Appetit Management Company is responsible for assisting with the overall success of the Food Program. This means adhering to the Client’s culture and guidelines, the Health Department’s regulations, and Bon Appétit’s standards and expectations of food quality, freshness, and presentation. This position oversees the kitchen’s daily administrative, operational, and culinary tasks, including sanitation and safety. This position also motivates, trains, develops, and directs the back of house employees to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the customers, clients, and Bon Appetit Management Company. POSITION OBJECTIVES: Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers. Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments. Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations. Major Duties Overall Management Teaches and adheres to Bon Appétit’s philosophy, culture, and commitment to quality food and exemplary service. Supports the Executive Chef in having ownership of the Café. Has a passion for food. Ensures all products and purchases meet Bon Appetit sustainability guidelines. Has knowledge of and enforces the Client/Bon Appétit contractual agreement. Employee Relations, Supervision, and Development of Staff Hires, trains, and supervises the daily conduct of the staff. Facilitates training programs and workshops to enhance the skills and knowledge of kitchen staff in areas such as food safety, sanitation, and culinary techniques. Supervises the adherence to proper uniform standards following the employee handbook and established account guidelines. Serves as a primary point of contact for kitchen staff, addressing their concerns, providing support, and fostering a positive work environment. Handles employee inquiries, grievances, and disciplinary issues in accordance with company policies and procedures. Ensures that all Hiring and Training standards are met and documented for direct hires. Food Programs Oversees that all Executive Chef menus, programs, concepts, challenges, and tasks are carried out in a time-effective manner. Ensures that high-quality food items are creatively well prepared and presented in a cost-effective manner. Prepares a well-balanced menu that meets the cultural and dietary needs of the Café guests. Ensures that all products and ingredients used are purchased following Bon Appétit purchasing standards and sustainability commitments. Customer Service and Client Relations Represents the company in a courteous, efficient, and friendly manner in all customer, client, and employee interactions. Interacts with customers and resolves complaints in a friendly and service-oriented manner. Requirements: Minimum of 2 years kitchen supervisory experience or applicable culinary experience in a similar volume, quality food service establishment. Possesses general hospitality knowledge and interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices. Ability to operate web-based ordering systems, process customer requests, changes to orders, menu updates, and client profiles. Proficient with word processing and compose basic email memos. Ability to meet Bon Appétit unit-specific uniform standards for this position. Utilize all Personal Protective Equipment per Bon Appétit guidelines. Apply to Bon Appetit today! Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA. 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.

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