SOUS CHEF - Long Island University - Greenvale, NY

Salary: $65,000 - $70,000

Pay Grade: 12

At Gourmet Dining & Chartwells Higher Education, people are at the core of our business. Together we build innovative food service concepts and serve fresh, local and nutritious meals at over 270 college campuses across the country. Twice named the Fastest Growing Brand by Nation's Restaurant News, at Gourmet Dining & Chartwells we take pride in creating opportunities for associates to grow their careers and achieve their development goals within the company.

Job Summary

Do you enjoy using your culinary skills in fast paced growing environment? We are currently seeking Sous Chef at Long Island University in Greenvale, NY. 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 at Long Island University.

Apply to Gourmet Dining today!

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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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Gourmet Dining 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)

Gourmet Dining maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1303203

Chartwells Higher Education

KRISTINA MCCARTHY