Executive Sous Chef

Executive Sous Chef

Salary
: $70,000 - $75,000

CULINAIRE provides upscale food and beverage management services to a diverse collection of national accounts including art museums, cultural landmarks, hotels, performing arts centers, restaurants, and special event venues. Our commitment to associates focuses on career development, safety, and success, while delivering sophisticated, delicious food and warm service to guests.

This leadership position works with the Executive Chef and the culinary team, along with the catering team to bring exceptional high quality and creativity to exceed guests’ expectations.

• Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of the culinary team and other kitchen personnel
• Oversees restaurant operations and assists with banquet and catering functions when necessary
• Recognized as the technical expert, teacher and trainer for the operation and the culinary team
• Coordinates food purchasing with the Executive Chef, establishes food cost controls and offers solutions
• Ensures quality, consistency and creativity are at the highest level while maximizing the operations personnel and resources
• Innovation and creative culinary talent

• Creative and innovative culinary skills while meeting financial goals
• Instructor of the importance of consistency in preparation and presentation
• Thorough knowledge of safe food handling and preparation techniques
• Instill safety and sanitation habits in all associates
• Stays current with new products, presentations, and technical execution
• Strong inventory and cost control with understanding of solutions
• 8 years of culinary experience, with no less than 3 years managerial role at a high-quality operation

• Proven leadership associating with achieving goals while maintaining a high expectation to standard around quality and presentation
• Communicates goals and expectations, inspires associates to achieve goals and advance their careers
• Build positivity, morale and spirit
• Demonstrate ability to lead by example
• Participative management style, lead by example
• Instill a guest service attitude in the culinary team

• Clear and concise written and verbal skills
• Heavy client interaction required
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Drive and E‑mail
• Serv Safe Certification a plus, or Manager’s Food Handler’s Certification required

Culinaire is a member of Compass Group USA.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• 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

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Food and Beverage Services