Bon Appetit 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 SummaryThis individual will be responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines.Key Responsibilities:
Coordinates activities of kitchen personnel engaged in preparation of food service
Ensures that high quality food items are creatively prepared and presented in a cost effective manner
Assists in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation
Supports the management of cost controls and control expenditures for the account
Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams
Supervises co-workers to ensure the cleanliness, organization, and overall sanitation of the kitchen
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
B.S. Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Services Technology/Management/or related field; or A.O.S. Degree in
Culinary Arts with additional specialized training
3-5 years of relevant culinary experience
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and oral/written communication skills
Knowledge of food cost and how it pertains to a kitchen, product and quality identification
Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation
Apply to Bon Appetit today!Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) 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)
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: 1324715 Bon Appetit Tyler Justus