Sous Chef at Compass Group in California

Salary: 80,000-85,000

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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

Join a cutting-edge corporate dining program supporting a fast-paced and innovative technology environment. The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role within a high-volume commissary and catering operation, partnering closely with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional culinary experiences across multiple service platforms. This position is ideal for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in scratch cooking environments, excels at team development, and is passionate about food quality, operational excellence, and hospitality.

The Sous Chef will assist in overseeing daily kitchen operations, large-scale food production, premium catering execution, food safety compliance, and team leadership while helping maintain the highest standards of culinary consistency and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in leading all back-of-house culinary operations for a high-volume commissary and catering-focused foodservice program.
• Oversee daily food production and execution, ensuring consistency, quality, presentation, and adherence to established culinary standards.
• Supervise, coach, and develop hourly culinary team members through training, mentoring, and hands-on leadership.
• Lead by example in a scratch-cooking environment, maintaining exceptional standards for food quality and presentation.
• Coordinate production schedules, prep execution, and service support to ensure operational efficiency.
• Assist in the execution of large-scale catered events, executive meetings, VIP functions, and hospitality programs.
• Monitor product quality, food handling procedures, and kitchen organization to ensure excellence in every aspect of the operation.
• Maintain inventory levels, receiving procedures, storage standards, and proper product rotation.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, HACCP, health department, and company standards.
• Partner with culinary and operations leadership to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Foster a culture centered on teamwork, accountability, safety, inclusion, and hospitality.
• Act as a hands-on leader during service periods, providing guidance and support in a dynamic, high-volume environment.
• Support staffing, scheduling, onboarding, and ongoing training initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional culinary training preferred.
• 3+ years of culinary leadership experience in high-volume restaurants, hotels, commissaries, catering operations, or corporate dining environments.
• Strong background in scratch cooking and large-scale food production.
• Experience leading culinary teams in fast-paced, hospitality-driven environments.
• Demonstrated ability to organize multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail under pressure.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience supporting premium catering and hospitality events preferred.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and team-development skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and foodservice management systems preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs, including occasional early mornings, evenings, and special events.

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 hereor copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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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: 1586726

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