Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $65,000.00 - $70,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
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
Chartwells Higher Education is a leading company providing innovative dining services at over 300 college and university campuses across the United States. As a member of Compass Group USA, Chartwells is dedicated to transforming the on-campus dining experience. With a focus on modern culinary trends and creating food-infused social spaces, the company fosters meaningful social interactions and supports student success by feeding hungry minds. Chartwells stands out by challenging traditional dining norms and investing in high-tech, engaging environments to serve diverse campuses.
The role available is for a Sous Chef at a new pub opening at Northwestern University in E... Show More
The role available is for a Sous Chef at a new pub opening at Northwestern University in E... Show More
Job Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent experience in culinary arts
- Progressive experience in culinary or kitchen management roles
- ServSafe certification
- Ability to supervise and develop kitchen staff
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Capacity to work in a fast-paced, high volume environment
- Willingness to participate in client satisfaction and food quality initiatives
- Basic computer proficiency
Job Qualifications
- A.S. or equivalent experience
- Progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
- Catering experience a plus
- High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
- Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
- Must be experienced with computers
- Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
- ServSafe Certified
Job Duties
- Support the daily leadership of back-of-house operations, ensuring smooth workflow across prep, cooking, service coordination, sanitation, and closing duties
- Uphold high culinary standards by consistently monitoring food taste, texture, and presentation to align with the pub's elevated, upscale-casual experience
- Assist with onboarding and developing kitchen team members
- reinforce safety protocols, sanitation practices, and proper culinary techniques
- Partner with the executive chef, FOH leadership, and operations team to test new menu items, contribute to seasonal refreshes, and help execute special events
- Take an active role in ordering, inventory control, and vendor communication to maintain accurate stock levels and support cost-effective purchasing
- Track and help manage BOH food and labor costs
- provide feedback to leadership to ensure targets are met without sacrificing quality
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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