Sous Chef; OKEAT

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Sous Chef to join our exceptional Bon Appétit team in a pivotal culinary leadership role. The Sous Chef is responsible for shaping the daily culinary experience within the café, overseeing all facets of food quality, driving culinary innovation, and ensuring the efficiency of service. This position requires an understanding of diverse culinary techniques, an unyielding passion for crafting exceptional dishes, and a strong ability to mentor and inspire a high-performing kitchen team.

On a daily basis, you will meticulously manage a wide range of administrative and operational tasks, including the monitoring of the overall budget. Beyond these responsibilities, the Sous Chef collaborates closely with the Chef de Cuisine to cultivate robust relationships with key stakeholders, collectively driving operational excellence and enhancing the overall user experience. Furthermore, you will champion Bon Appétit’s deep commitment to a culture of workplace health and safety, setting the standard for responsible practices to ensure the well-being of our valued employees and the smooth operation of the kitchen.

• Lead Food & Workplace Safety:
  Rigorously manage workplace and food safety standards, including meticulous allergen management, to ensure the highest levels of guest well‑being and operational safety.
• Execute Culinary Vision:
  Contribute to the overall dining experience by executing and refining the culinary offerings with precision and creativity.
• Ensure Operational Flow:
  Strictly adhere to all menu, production, and preparation guidelines; diligently follow opening/closing checklists and uphold responsibility guides to maintain seamless operations.
• Craft Nourishing Meals:
  Prepare and present thoughtfully balanced meals that effectively fuel and delight our users throughout their day.
• Champion Exceptional Hospitality:
  Set and maintain a consistent expectation of genuinely friendly and engaging hospitality across all service interactions.
• Develop Team Talent:
  Actively train, coach, and develop kitchen team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Support Sustainable Sourcing:
  Assist the Chef de Cuisine in ensuring all ingredients and products are procured in alignment with sector and Food purchasing standards, emphasizing our commitment to sustainability.

• Culinary
  
  Experience:
  
  A minimum of 2 years of kitchen supervisory experience or applicable culinary leadership experience within a similar volume, high‑quality food service establishment.
• Safety Leadership:
  Demonstrated ability to champion and enhance a culture focused on Food and Workplace Safety.
• Education:
  
  Degree in Culinary Arts preferred, or equivalent substantial professional experience.
• Certifications:
  
  Serv Safe Certification is preferred.
• Communication:
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of inspiring and guiding a team.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Proficient in computer and technical skills, including a working knowledge of Google Suite tools.
• Culture:
  Meaningful passion for exceptional food and genuine hospitality.
• Union
  
  Experience:
  
  Experience managing in a Union Environment is a plus.

Associates at Bon Appétit are offered many fantastic benefits, including a Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Voluntary Benefits. Full‑time positions also provide Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

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.