CHEF, SOUS I - Comcast - Denver CO

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $58,000.00 - $65,500.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
holiday time off
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Paid parental leave
Personal Leave

Job Description

Flik Hospitality Group is a renowned leader in the food service industry, recognized for its dedication to excellence and passion for hospitality. As part of Compass Group USA, Flik brings a commitment to quality, innovation, and service that resonates throughout its vast network of professionals. The company places a strong emphasis on its people, believing that their decisions, actions, and attitudes are key to earning the trust and loyalty of clients every day. Flik Hospitality Group prides itself on hiring individuals who share its fervor for food and hospitality and supports their growth through continuous encouragement, recognition, and development opportunities. This fosters an energetic and engaged workforce that contributes to the company’s ongoing success and excellent reputation in the industry. The environment at Flik is not just about filling positions but rather about building lasting careers where employees can flourish and bring their best to work.

The role of Sous Chef I at Flik Hospitality Group is a vital position responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range from $58,000 to $65,500 annually. The Sous Chef I works closely with the kitchen team to ensure that food quality, freshness, and presentation meet the high standards expected by both clients and customers. The role includes planning, ordering, inventory management, and food preparation while monitoring adherence to clients' culture and Health Department regulations. In addition, the Sous Chef I plays a crucial leadership role by motivating, training, and developing back of house associates, enhancing the team’s skills to achieve culinary excellence.

This position is perfect for culinary professionals who possess a strong foundation in cooking and kitchen management and who thrive in a team-oriented environment. The Sous Chef I supports new culinary program rollouts in collaboration with marketing and culinary teams and is actively involved in managing food cost controls and expenditure to maximize operational efficiency. Candidates should have experience in diverse food service settings such as restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, or healthcare to bring a well-rounded perspective to the kitchen operations.

Flik Hospitality Group offers a dynamic work culture enriched with hands-on training and continuous education on the latest food industry trends. The company values innovation and input from its associates, encouraging everyone to contribute toward raising the bar in hospitality. With a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and wellness programs, Flik Hospitality ensures that its employees are supported both professionally and personally. The inclusion of flexible benefits like commuter programs, employee assistance, and pet insurance further demonstrates its commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace.

At Flik, you're not just taking a job; you’re embarking on a career journey filled with opportunities for advancement and professional growth within a respected global organization. This role offers a significant opportunity for culinary professionals eager to advance their careers in a company that is passionate about food and hospitality and that invests in its people for long-term success.

Job Requirements

  • 5 years of related culinary experience including 1 year at management level
  • Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, or related food service operations
  • Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus 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 MS Office products including Excel
  • Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts preferred

Job Qualifications

  • 5 years of related culinary experience including 1 year at the management level
  • Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, or related food service operations
  • Knowledge of food and industry trends focusing 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 MS Office and Excel
  • Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts preferred

Job Duties

  • Assists in coordinating and participating in the preparation and cooking of various food items
  • Assists with planning and creating menus
  • Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team
  • Assists with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure
  • Motivates, trains, develops, and directs back of house associates
  • Ensures adherence to Health Department regulations and company standards
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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