Senior Sous Chef- Harvard Conference Center

Position Title:
Senior Sous Chef
- Harvard Conference Center

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits

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The Harvard Conference Center is seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations for high‑volume conferences, banquets, and special events. This role combines hands‑on culinary excellence with team leadership and operational oversight.

• Oversee daily production, service, and event execution
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff; assist with scheduling and labor management
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and recipe accuracy
• Support menu planning, tasting, and seasonal updates
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and cost control
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards

Required:

• 5 years culinary experience;
• Strong leadership skills and proficiency in classical & modern techniques
• Experience in high‑volume or banquet-style operations
• Flexible schedule, including nights/weekends as needed

Preferred:

• Culinary degree
• Conference center, hotel, catering, or fine dining experience
• Serv Safe certification

• Work in a prestigious environment serving Harvard’s diverse events
• Opportunities for creativity, growth, and culinary leadership

• 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

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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.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

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