Senior Campus Sous Chef - Union College

Bon Appetit

Salary: $85,000 - $90,000 / 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

The Senior Campus Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in delivering an exceptional dining experience for the Union College community. Working alongside the Executive Chef, this position helps oversee daily culinary operations across residential dining and campus events while ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and hospitality. The ideal candidate is a passionate culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, enjoys mentoring teams, and is committed to creating memorable dining experiences for students, faculty, staff, and guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Executive Chef to lead the daily culinary operations, ensuring consistent execution, quality, and presentation across all dining locations.
• Supervise, coach, and develop culinary team members while fostering a positive, collaborative kitchen culture.
• Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal offerings that balance creativity, nutrition, and operational efficiency.
• Oversee food preparation and production to ensure consistency, proper portioning, and adherence to Compass Group standards.
• Execute high-quality catering and special events, supporting a wide variety of campus functions throughout the year.
• Assist with purchasing, inventory management, receiving, and product rotation while maintaining food and labor cost controls.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and workplace safety standards.
• Support the implementation of new culinary concepts, wellness initiatives, and sustainability programs.
• Collaborate with campus partners to deliver an outstanding guest experience and respond proactively to customer feedback.
• Step into a leadership role in the absence of the Executive Chef, helping ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts, culinary certificate, or equivalent combination of education and professional culinary experience.
• 3+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in high-volume dining, higher education, hospitality, corporate dining, or a similar foodservice environment.
• Experience leading and developing culinary teams in a fast-paced operation.
• Strong background in scratch cooking, batch production, and large-scale food preparation.
• Catering and special event experience preferred.
• Knowledge of menu development, food costing, inventory management, purchasing, and labor management.
• Comprehensive understanding of current culinary trends, nutrition, presentation, and sustainable food practices.
• Working knowledge of HACCP principles, food safety regulations, and sanitation best practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and general computer applications.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who is passionate about developing talent, creating exceptional food, and contributing to a vibrant campus dining program at Union College.

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: 1557348

Bon Appetit

Allison Murphy