SOUS CHEF

Overview

Bon Appetit is hiring immediately for a Sous Chef position. This role leads culinary operations within the café, focusing on food quality, culinary process, and service efficiency. The Sous Chef collaborates with the Chef de Cuisine to build strong relationships with key stakeholders and drive operational excellence.

Location:

Mountain View, CA

Schedule:

Monday – Thursday (11:30am–9:30pm), Friday (6:00am–4:00pm)

Pay Range: $76,240.00 – $78,000.00 annually

• Food & Workplace Safety:
  Rigorously manage workplace and food safety standards, including meticulous allergen management, to ensure guest well‑being and operational safety.
• Culinary Vision:
  Contribute to the overall dining experience by executing and refining culinary offerings with precision and creativity.
• Operational Flow:
  Adhere to menu, production, and preparation guidelines; follow opening/closing checklists and uphold responsibility guides to maintain seamless operations.
• Nourishing Meals:
  Prepare and present thoughtfully balanced meals that fuel and delight users throughout the day.
• Exceptional Hospitality:
  Set and maintain a consistent standard of genuinely engaging hospitality across all service interactions.
• Team Talent:
  Train, coach, and develop kitchen team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Sustainable Sourcing:
  Assist in procuring ingredients aligned with sustainability standards.

• Education:
  
  Degree from an accredited culinary institution is preferred, not required.
• Culinary
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum of 2 years of kitchen supervisory or equivalent leadership experience in a similar volume, high‑quality food service setting.
• Safety Leadership:
  Demonstrated ability to champion a culture focused on food and workplace safety.
• Communication:
  Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of inspiring and guiding a team.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Proficient with computers and Google Suite tools.
• Operational Alignment:
  Passion for exceptional food, sustainability, and hospitality.
• Certifications:
  
  Serv Safe Certification is preferred.
• Union
  
  Experience:
  
  Experience in a union environment is a plus.

• 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

Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The company maintains a drug‑free workplace. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected status.