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Sous Chef

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding ... Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training

Bon Appetit

Sr. Executive Chef

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$83K - $115K/yr

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding ... Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and ...

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Executive Chef

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$81K - $112K/yr

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding ... Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and ...

Bon Appetit

Executive Chef

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$84K - $116K/yr

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding ... Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and ...

Bon Appetit

Sous Chef CPU

San Jose, CA · On-site

$76K - $78K/yr

Bon Appétit Management Company operates more than 1,000 cafés around the country for corporations ... Team Talent: Actively train, coach, and develop kitchen team members, fostering a culture of ...

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EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - ST PAUL MN

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$65K - $83K/yr

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding ... Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training

Bon Appetit

SOUS CHEF (BILINGUAL) - KENOSHA WI

Kenosha, WI · On-site

$49K - $67K/yr

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding ... Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training

Bon Appetit

Executive Chef - SCAD

Savannah, GA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding ... This role is responsible for leading kitchen operations, driving culinary excellence, and ensuring ...

Bon Appetit

Executive Chef

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding ... Job Summary This Executive Chef will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, directing ...

Bon Appetit

SOUS CHEF

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$76K - $78K/yr

Bon Appétit Management Company operates more than 1,000 cafés around the country for corporations ... Actively train, coach, and develop kitchen team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning ...

Bon Appetit

Sous Chef

Wheaton, IL · On-site

$72K - $75K/yr

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding ... Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training

Bon Appetit

Executive Chef - Adobe

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120K - $123K/yr

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding ... kitchen environment. You will prepare and/or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with ...

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A Bon Appétit Test Kitchen job involves developing, testing, and refining recipes for the magazine, website, and videos. Test kitchen staff work on perfecting dishes, ensuring they are approachable and replicable for home cooks. They also collaborate with editors, food stylists, and video producers to create high-quality culinary content. The role may include on-camera appearances, food research, and trend analysis.

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Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Bon Appetit

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Bon Appétit Management Company rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 66 rated caterers

Job description

Position Title: Sous Chef

Salary: $60,000 to $65,000 

 

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

Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility. You will assist in the supervision, preparation, and cooking of various food items, developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment. You may supervise hourly associates and you work with Executive Chef/Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional. 

Key Responsibilities:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A.S. or equivalent experience
  • Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
  • Catering experience a plus
  • High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
  • Institutional and batch cooking experiences 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; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
  • Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities 
  • ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

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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.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf

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: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:  1533721

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