Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.00 - $18.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Job Description
Eurest is a globally recognized leader in the foodservice industry, well-known for its commitment to service excellence and innovative culinary solutions. As a division of Compass Group, one of the world's largest foodservice companies, Eurest serves a diverse portfolio of respected corporations, including many Fortune 500 companies. With a strong local presence combined with vast global resources, Eurest consistently delivers quality food experiences that connect with people and inspire through food.
Eurest is currently hiring a full-time Sous Chef to join our team at the Quanta Services location in Houston, Texas. This position offers a Monday through Friday schedule, with hours that may vary and details provided during the interview process. The pay range for this role is competitive, starting at $18.00 to $18.50 per hour. We embrace diversity of thought and inclusion, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to begin their career journey with us. The role offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative environment where culinary creativity meets operational excellence.
The Sous Chef will play a vital role in supporting the Executive Chef by preparing and cooking foods according to approved recipes and production standards. This position requires prior culinary experience and involves supervising hourly food service associates, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation regulations. The Sous Chef acts as a key leader within the kitchen, often assuming responsibility in the Executive Chef’s absence, coordinating the activities of cooks and other kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food quality and service.
This role also includes important responsibilities like maintaining inventory and product quality, ensuring proper food handling and presentation, and training associates on culinary standards and customer service. The ideal candidate will be proactive, attentive to detail, and capable of resolving customer inquiries in a friendly and professional manner. Eurest offers a range of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, employee wellness programs, and more, designed to support the wellbeing and growth of our associates.
Eurest is currently hiring a full-time Sous Chef to join our team at the Quanta Services location in Houston, Texas. This position offers a Monday through Friday schedule, with hours that may vary and details provided during the interview process. The pay range for this role is competitive, starting at $18.00 to $18.50 per hour. We embrace diversity of thought and inclusion, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to begin their career journey with us. The role offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative environment where culinary creativity meets operational excellence.
The Sous Chef will play a vital role in supporting the Executive Chef by preparing and cooking foods according to approved recipes and production standards. This position requires prior culinary experience and involves supervising hourly food service associates, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation regulations. The Sous Chef acts as a key leader within the kitchen, often assuming responsibility in the Executive Chef’s absence, coordinating the activities of cooks and other kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food quality and service.
This role also includes important responsibilities like maintaining inventory and product quality, ensuring proper food handling and presentation, and training associates on culinary standards and customer service. The ideal candidate will be proactive, attentive to detail, and capable of resolving customer inquiries in a friendly and professional manner. Eurest offers a range of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, employee wellness programs, and more, designed to support the wellbeing and growth of our associates.
Job Requirements
- Prior culinary experience is required
- Ability to work full-time schedule Monday through Friday
- Must be able to work varying hours as indicated
- Must have the ability to supervise others
- Commitment to maintaining food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to interact positively with customers and resolve complaints
- Ability to perform essential kitchen duties satisfactorily
Job Qualifications
- Prior culinary experience
- Ability to supervise and lead a team
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to manage inventory and supplies
- Organizational and time management skills
- High school diploma or equivalent 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, and participating in reviews
- Stores food following all corporate, state, and federal food safety and sanitation procedures
- Ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control, and maintains appropriate serving temperatures
- Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies, and utensils and cleans workstations
- Interacts with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly and service-oriented manner
- Demonstrates understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them
- Monitors inventory and deliveries, tracks product production and waste
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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