Sous Chef

Sous Chef

This Sous Chef role is a hands-on leadership position at The Crossvines, a sought-after destination venue known for elevated weddings, private events, and large-scale celebrations. Working closely with the Executive Chef, this role supports a high-end catering program where execution, organization, and presence on event days are essential. This is an opportunity to cook at a venue guests choose for their most important moments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute culinary production for large-scale catered events at The Crossvines, from prep through service
• Support the Executive Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations and event execution
• Collaborate on menu development, tastings, and seasonal event offerings
• Assist with ordering, inventory management, and food cost controls
• Supervise, train, and support hourly culinary team members during prep and events
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards
• Support new culinary programs and menu rollouts tied to events and venue offerings

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in high-end catering or event-focused culinary operations
• Demonstrated experience executing large-scale, high-volume events
• Strong culinary fundamentals with the ability to lead from the kitchen
• Experience supporting menu planning, ordering, and cost management
• Comfort supervising and developing hourly kitchen teams
• Working knowledge of food safety and sanitation best practices
• ServSafe certification preferred

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Associates at Restaurant Associates 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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.