Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Opportunities for training and development
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
voluntary benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
life insurance/AD&D
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
Compass Group Careers is the employment platform for Compass Group, a leading global foodservice and support services company that operates in various sectors including healthcare, education, business and industry, sports and leisure, and defense, among others. The company is known for its commitment to delivering high-quality culinary experiences, exceptional customer service, and innovative dining solutions. With a strong focus on sustainability, employee development, and diversity, Compass Group is a prominent employer in the foodservice industry. The company offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement, creating an empowering workplace where associates can make a meaningful impact. The specific position at hand is situated at Texas Woman's University in Denton, TX, reflecting Compass Group's presence and operations within educational institutions through its Chartwells Higher Education division.
The Catering Sous Chef role at Texas Woman's University under Compass Group is a full-time position that requires the ability to work a varied schedule based on catering events. This dynamic role focuses on managing culinary operations specifically related to catering services within a university campus setting. The Catering Sous Chef will be instrumental in executing high-caliber banquets and fine dining events, including special chancellor-level occasions, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation standards are met. The candidate will collaborate closely with the Catering Director to support associate training and development, contribute to business growth initiatives, and engage with potential clients to expand the catering customer base.
The position encompasses various responsibilities such as assisting in planning and creating menus, managing cost controls, inventory, ordering, scheduling, and ensuring all culinary functions adhere to health department regulations and company standards. Emphasis is placed on maintaining food quality, freshness, sanitation, safety, and effective food cost management. The Catering Sous Chef is also expected to motivate, train, and develop back-of-house staff, fostering a positive work environment and efficient culinary operations.
Candidates should possess significant culinary experience, including fine dining and supervisory prowess, with knowledge of financial management related to culinary operations. Experience with restaurant, hotel, corporate dining, or educational food service environments is highly valued. The job encourages and supports associate growth through training and development opportunities along with various employee benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs.
Overall, the Catering Sous Chef role at Compass Group’s Texas Woman’s University location offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about delivering exceptional catering services while contributing to a reputable global company that prioritizes diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being.
The Catering Sous Chef role at Texas Woman's University under Compass Group is a full-time position that requires the ability to work a varied schedule based on catering events. This dynamic role focuses on managing culinary operations specifically related to catering services within a university campus setting. The Catering Sous Chef will be instrumental in executing high-caliber banquets and fine dining events, including special chancellor-level occasions, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation standards are met. The candidate will collaborate closely with the Catering Director to support associate training and development, contribute to business growth initiatives, and engage with potential clients to expand the catering customer base.
The position encompasses various responsibilities such as assisting in planning and creating menus, managing cost controls, inventory, ordering, scheduling, and ensuring all culinary functions adhere to health department regulations and company standards. Emphasis is placed on maintaining food quality, freshness, sanitation, safety, and effective food cost management. The Catering Sous Chef is also expected to motivate, train, and develop back-of-house staff, fostering a positive work environment and efficient culinary operations.
Candidates should possess significant culinary experience, including fine dining and supervisory prowess, with knowledge of financial management related to culinary operations. Experience with restaurant, hotel, corporate dining, or educational food service environments is highly valued. The job encourages and supports associate growth through training and development opportunities along with various employee benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs.
Overall, the Catering Sous Chef role at Compass Group’s Texas Woman’s University location offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about delivering exceptional catering services while contributing to a reputable global company that prioritizes diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being.
Job Requirements
- Minimum five years culinary experience including at least one year in management
- Ability to work full-time with a varied schedule including catering events
- Knowledge of inventory, ordering, scheduling, financials, and management
- Experience in fine dining and high volume banquet operations
- Ability to motivate and develop culinary staff
- Must comply with health and safety regulations
- Proficiency with computer applications including MS Office
Job Qualifications
- Five years of related culinary experience including one year at the management level
- Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, healthcare, or related food service operations
- Knowledge of food industry trends focused on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation
- Ability to set up and distribute production sheets
- Supervisory, leadership, training, management, and coaching skills
- ServSafe or Department of Health Certification preferred
- Computer skills including knowledge of MS Office products like Excel
- Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts preferred
Job Duties
- Assist in coordinating and participating in the preparation and cooking of various food items
- Assist with planning and creating menus
- Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team
- Assist with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure
- Motivate, train, develop, and direct back of house associates
- Ensure compliance with health department regulations and company standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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