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Position Title: Sous Chef

Reports To: Executive Chef

Salary: $50,000 to $85,000 based on exp

a vision for creating remarkable events

FOOD FIRST. INSPIRED BY INGREDIENTS. GREAT SERVICE.

Our Approach

Since 1986, Occasions Caterers is a full service catering firm located in Washington DC and had built its premier reputation for flawless execution of elegant events. The Occasions’ team works closely with our clients to design, customize and create remarkable events.

We have grown in size but maintain a boutique approach with a focus on custom menus, creative décor, expert planning and gracious service. We craft experiences through food, design and hospitality to re?ect our clients unique style, taste and vision.

Come join our team of inspired professionals and be a part of the unmatched scope of knowledge, resources and relationships to produce events that exceed our clients expectation and delight in every way.

Job Summary

Summary: As a Sous Chef, you are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions. The position entails assisting in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation. This includes adhering to the client’s culture and guidelines, the Health Department’s regulations, and the company’s standards and expectations of food quality, freshness and presentation. The Sous Chef I also motivates, trains, develops, and directs the back of house associates preparing and cooking foods to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the customers, clients, and management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in coordinating and participating in the preparation and cooking of various food items.

• Assists with planning and creating menus.

• Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team.

• Assists with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of related culinary experience including 1 year at the management level.

• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.

• Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation.

• Ability to set up and distribute production sheets.

• Supervisory, leadership, training, management, and coaching skills.

• ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred.

• Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products including Excel.

• Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts is preferred.

Apply to Occasions Caterers today!

Occasions Caterers is a member of Compass Group USA

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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. 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.

Req ID: 1392015

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