Sous Chef - Cambridge, MA

Sous Chef - Cambridge, MA

As a Sous Chef with Restaurant Associates, you will be responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a corporate dining facility in Cambridge, MA. You will assist with supervising, preparing, and cooking various food items, and develop daily menu items, including preparation and garnishing. You may supervise hourly associates, and work with the Executive Chef/Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering, as well as support any catering events.

This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional ready to take the next step in their career. Join a dynamic team where your creativity, leadership, and passion for food are valuedand where you'll have meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, take on new responsibilities, and advance your career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and controlling expenditures for the account
• Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus
• Produces and executes catering events
• Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team

What We're Looking For:

• A.S. or equivalent experience
• Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
• Experience with high-volume kitchens
• Catering experience preferred
• High-volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
• Institutional and batch cooking experience 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, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet
• Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
• ServSafe certified - highly desirable

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.