Executive Sous Chef - Wingate University

Bon Appetit Salary: $70,000 - $78,000 / year Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people! Job Summary Wingate University is seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to help lead the culinary team and deliver an exceptional dining experience for students, faculty, staff, and guests. This role partners closely with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in food quality, safety, production, and team performance. We're looking for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys developing talent while maintaining the highest culinary and operational standards. College and university dining experience is a plus, but we welcome candidates with strong leadership backgrounds from hotels, restaurants, healthcare, corporate dining, or other large-scale foodservice operations. Key Responsibilities Partner with the Executive Chef to oversee all daily culinary operations across residential dining, retail, and catering. Lead, coach, and develop a team of culinary professionals, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Ensure the consistent execution of high-quality food production, presentation, and service standards. Assist with menu planning, recipe development, seasonal offerings, and the implementation of new culinary programs. Oversee food preparation, production schedules, and batch cooking to support efficient, high-volume service. Support purchasing, inventory management, ordering, and receiving while maintaining food and labor cost goals. Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and workplace safety standards. Collaborate with campus partners to successfully execute catering events and special functions. Monitor kitchen operations to ensure equipment is properly maintained and operational. Step into the Executive Chef's role as needed to maintain seamless daily operations. Preferred Qualifications 3+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience as a Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or similar management role. Experience leading high-volume culinary operations with multiple service periods. College or university dining experience preferred but not required. Strong culinary fundamentals with knowledge of scratch cooking, production planning, and menu execution. Experience with catering and special events is highly preferred. Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop diverse culinary teams. Knowledge of food cost controls, purchasing, inventory management, and labor management. Thorough understanding of food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and quality assurance standards. Associate degree in Culinary Arts, culinary certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. ServSafe Certification preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other foodservice management systems. If you're passionate about developing people, creating outstanding dining experiences, and making an impact within a vibrant campus community, we'd love to hear from you. Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA. Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits. 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 also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. 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. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1557431 Bon Appetit Mehdi Mohammed #J-18808-Ljbffr Bon Appétit Management Company