Sous Chef

ISS Group is a leading global provider of facility services, dedicated to creating safe, efficient, and sustainable environments for its clients. With a broad international presence, ISS is committed to delivering excellence through a diverse range of offerings including cleaning, catering, security, property services, and more. The company prides itself on fostering a resilient and inclusive workplace culture, encouraging diversity in all its forms such as ethnicity, race, age, gender, disability, and cultural background. ISS Group aims to set industry standards by integrating sustainability and social responsibility into its business operations, making it a preferred employer and service provider worldwide.

This position is for a Sous Chef within ISS's catering division, working in collaboration with Guckenheimer, a recognized name in quality food service management. The role is full-time, with the work schedule set from Monday to Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, with potential for overtime based on business needs. The hourly wage for this position ranges from $24.00 to $28.00 per hour, providing competitive compensation aligned with industry standards.

The Sous Chef plays a critical role in supporting the overall success of the food program by ensuring adherence to client culture, Food and Occupational Safety standards including OSHA and Health Department regulations, and high-quality food standards established by Guckenheimer. This leadership role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, managing recipe execution according to the net menu, and controlling food purchasing and sanitation practices. The Sous Chef is also responsible for motivating, training, and developing kitchen staff, ensuring the team meets operational objectives effectively.

Success in this role requires mastery in prioritizing communication, quality, safety, and workplace organization. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with HACCP guidelines, internal audits, and company protocols to maintain a safe and efficient kitchen environment. A strong emphasis is placed on food safety, hygiene, and presentation, ensuring that all food items and catering services meet the highest standards of excellence.

Key accountabilities include collaborating closely with the Executive Chef on catering needs and inventory management, maintaining detailed logs as per HACCP standards, overseeing the assembly of ready-to-eat menu items, and supporting management with administrative functions such as attendance and HR-related tasks. The Sous Chef also plays a vital role in customer service, representing ISS and its clients professionally while addressing any service issues promptly and amicably.

Additionally, the role involves financial responsibilities such as monitoring food costs, labor budgets, and maintaining weekly participation data to optimize service levels and budget adherence. The Sous Chef must also ensure the cafeteria and catering displays are visually appealing, fresh, and aligned with seasonal themes, all while adhering to sustainability commitments including proper waste disposal and recycling.

The physical demands of this position include standing for extended periods, lifting items up to 25 pounds with assistance, and operating in a fast-paced kitchen environment requiring excellent time management and teamwork skills. Compliance with Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies is mandatory, ensuring that all safety protocols and environmental responsibilities are followed rigorously.

By joining ISS Group as a Sous Chef, an individual becomes part of a global community dedicated to excellence, inclusion, and sustainable growth. ISS fosters a professional environment where employees can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the company’s mission of making the international community more just and resilient.