Sous Chef

Sous Chef – Danvers, MA

Salary: $53,000.00 – $55,000.00

Location: Danvers, MA

As the Sous Chef, you will oversee the daily operations of the Culinary Department, assisting the Executive Chef with menu development, cost control, and staff supervision. This role involves supervising hourly associates, developing daily menu items, coordinating catering events, and working collaboratively with the Executive Chef to innovate menus and order ingredients.

• Assist the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and controlling expenditures for the account.
• Assist with planning, creating menus, and product development.
• Produce and execute catering events.
• Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team.

• A.S. degree or equivalent experience.
• Progressive culinary/kitchen management experience (depending on degree/training).
• Catering experience and high‑volume, complex food service operations experience.
• Experience with institutional and batch cooking.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, Outlook, e‑mail, Internet).
• Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs.
• Serv Safe certification highly desirable.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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