Senior Sous Chef - Emory University

  • Compass Group
  • Atlanta, Georgia
  • Full Time

Salary:

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 the Senior Sous Chef, you will support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, menu development, food preparation, and team supervision. This role requires a hands-on culinary leader who can help drive quality, creativity, and efficiency in a high-volume, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Executive Chef in managing food and labor costs

  • Support menu planning, development, and execution

  • Supervise and train kitchen staff to ensure food quality and consistency

  • Lead and produce catering events

  • Implement new culinary programs in partnership with the companys culinary and marketing teams

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or relevant culinary certification

  • Proven experience in culinary or kitchen management (level may vary with education)

  • Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations

  • Strong background in catering and batch cooking

  • Knowledge of food trends, cost control, sanitation, and presentation

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and other standard computer programs

  • ServSafe certification preferred

  • Willingness to engage in guest/patient satisfaction initiatives

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 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: 1429957

Bon Appetit

Tyler Justus

Job ID: 479759255
Originally Posted on: 6/4/2025

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