Senior Sous Chef - Andrews University

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 / year

 

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

As Senior Sous Chef, you’ll support the Culinary Department on a 100% vegetarian campus featuring an all-you-care-to-eat café, a fast casual café with c-store, two retail locations, a weekly food truck, and both internal and external catering. You’ll oversee food preparation, menu development, and presentation while supervising hourly associates. In partnership with the Executive Chef, you’ll help manage ordering, cost controls, and new menu creation—ensuring high-quality operations that evolve with the needs of the business and events.

This role is based in a welcoming town just 20 minutes from the shores of Lake Michigan, two hours from Chicago, and 30 minutes from South Bend Airport—offering a small-town feel with easy access to big-city amenities. Additional benefits include free on-site parking, a complimentary shift meal, and relocation assistance for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and monitoring account expenditures

• Support menu planning and creation in collaboration with the Executive Chef

• Produce and execute internal and external catering events

• Implement new culinary programs in partnership with Company marketing and the culinary team

Preferred Qualifications:

• A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or a culinary certificate with required experience

• Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on degree or training

• Catering experience strongly preferred

• Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations highly desirable

• Institutional and batch cooking experience helpful

• Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with emphasis on quality, production, sanitation, food cost control, and presentation

• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and internet use

• Willingness to participate in guest satisfaction programs and activities

• ServSafe certification highly desirable

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

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 for paid time off benefits information.

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. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1457663

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