Compass Group

SOUS CHEF

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $23.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance
accident insurance
Hospital Indemnity insurance
legal services
Choice Auto and Home Program
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

About Eurest and Compass Group: Eurest is a prominent division of Compass Group, a global leader in the foodservice industry renowned for setting high standards of service and excellence. Eurest specializes in providing innovative and comprehensive foodservice solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of corporate clients and various institutions across the world. Their commitment to quality, sustainability, and community engagement positions them as one of the most respected names in the sector, catering to some of the world’s most successful corporations, including many Fortune 500 companies. Located in Lexington, KY at Valvoline - 100 Valvoline Way, this facility offers... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 2 years of lead cook or sous chef experience required
  • willingness to train
  • ability to work full-time schedule Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am to 3:00 pm or as needed
  • reliable transportation to Lexington, KY location
  • compliance with corporate, state and federal food safety regulations
  • ability to perform physical tasks required for kitchen work
  • commitment to maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • minimum of 2 years of lead cook or sous chef experience
  • ability to supervise and manage kitchen staff
  • knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • excellent communication and customer service skills
  • ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • willingness to learn and adapt
  • previous experience in a food service environment preferred

Job Duties

  • Cooks and prepares food following approved recipes and production standards
  • ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders
  • supervises hourly food service associates including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews, and recommending disciplinary action as appropriate
  • stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and sanitation procedures
  • ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures
  • maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils
  • cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area
  • keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to comply with all sanitation, safety, production and merchandising requirements
  • interacts with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner
  • relays relevant information directly to supervisor
  • demonstrates complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them to associates and customers
  • keeps up with peak production and service hours
  • monitors inventory and deliveries of product and supplies
  • tracks product production, consumption and waste
  • informs supervisor when supplies or product are low
  • performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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