sous chef i

Company: Gourmet Dining - Long Island University
Location: Greenvale
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

As a Sous Chef I, you assist with the overall success of the food program and oversee culinary functions. You will assist in planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation, adhering to client, Health Department, and company guidelines. Your role includes motivating, training, and directing back of house associates to meet customer, client, and management expectations.

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• Assist with food preparation and cooking.
  
• Participate in planning and creating menus.
  
• Roll out new culinary programs with marketing and culinary teams.
  
• Manage cost controls and expenditures.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  
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  • ---5 years related culinary experience, including 1 year at the management level.
    
  • Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
    
  • Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation.
    
  • Ability to set up and distribute production sheets.
    
  • Supervisory, leadership, training, management, and coaching skills.
    
  • ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred.
    
  • Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Excel.
    
  • Associate's degree in Culinary Arts is preferred.
    
    We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement, health and wellness programs, and life insurance for full-time associates. Part-time associates are eligible for discounts and voluntary benefits, such as pet insurance and identity theft protection. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Keywords: Gourmet Dining - Long Island University, East Brunswick , sous chef i, Hospitality & Tourism , Greenvale, New Jersey