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Sous Chef At Lsu

Experience Chartwells at LSU, where flavorful Louisiana-inspired dishes meet a vibrant campus atmosphere designed for students, faculty, and guests.

Do you enjoy using your culinary skills in fast paced growing environment? We are currently seeking a Sous Chefat LSU. In this role, you will be responsible for successfully supporting the culinary operations for student dining. You will assist in the supervision, preparation, and cooking of various food items, as well as developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment. Additionally, you may supervise hourly associates and collaborate with the Executive Chef/Chefs to develop new menus and assist with ordering. With Chartwells rapid growth trajectory, there's immense potential for you to advance professionally and make an immediate impact in our culinary landscape!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef and culinary team with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account
• Assists the Executive Chef and culinary team with planning and creating menus
• Produce and execute catering events
• Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams
• Foster strong client relationships to align our programs with their objectives, driving satisfaction and retention
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of dining service operations

Preferred Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience
• Culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
• 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
• ServSafe® Certified

Embark on a dynamic career journey with us, where innovation and creativity thrive, and your contributions make a tangible impact on campus life! Join our team and be part of crafting outstanding dining experiences.

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.

Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed are offered many fantastic benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, holiday time off, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, personal leave.