Compass Group

SOUS CHEF - UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $46,600.00 - $62,900.00
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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 (FSAs)
Paid parental leave
Personal Leave

Job Description

Chartwells Higher Education is a leading provider of food service management to over 300 colleges and universities across the United States. As part of Compass Group USA, Chartwells specializes in reinventing the on-campus dining experience by blending innovation, technology, and high-quality food to create social spaces that foster meaningful connections among students and staff. The organization is committed to feeding hungry minds and preparing students for success by offering diverse, nutritious, and delicious dining options tailored to campus communities' needs. Chartwells is recognized for its forward-thinking approach, challenging traditional dining standards with an emphasis on sustainability, creativity, and student engagement.... Show More

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • minimum 2 years culinary or kitchen management experience
  • knowledge of cost control and menu planning
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • effective team leadership skills
  • strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • servsafe certification

Job Qualifications

  • a.s. or equivalent experience
  • culinary or kitchen management experience depending upon formal degree or training
  • high volume complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable
  • institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful
  • comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality production sanitation food cost controls and presentation
  • must be experienced with computers
  • servsafe certified

Job Duties

  • assist the executive chef and culinary team with managing cost controls and controlling expenditures for the account
  • assist the executive chef and culinary team with planning and creating menus
  • produce and execute catering events
  • roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams
  • foster strong client relationships to align programs with their objectives driving satisfaction and retention
  • perform other duties as assigned to support efficient functioning of dining service operations

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location