Sous Chef

Flik Hospitality Group Salary: $77000 - $82000 What Makes FLIK Click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions. We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish. Job Summary Are you a passionate culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and enjoys leading a team? We are seeking a Sous Chef to support our culinary operations, deliver exceptional food quality, and help create outstanding dining experiences. In this role, you will work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee daily food production, develop creative menus, support catering events, and maintain the highest standards of culinary excellence. If you're an energetic, hands-on leader who enjoys mentoring others and bringing fresh ideas to the kitchen, we'd love to hear from you! What You'll Do Partner with the Executive Chef to oversee daily culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation.Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and execution of daily dining programs.Supervise, train, coach, and develop culinary associates to maintain a high-performing kitchen team.Lead food preparation and production for daily service, catering, and special events.Support purchasing, ordering, inventory management, and food cost controls.Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.Collaborate with culinary and marketing teams to introduce new menus, promotions, and culinary programs.Monitor kitchen operations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, food quality, and guest satisfaction.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.Foster a positive, collaborative team culture focused on culinary excellence and exceptional hospitality. What We're Looking For Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience.Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, higher education, healthcare, or similar food service environments.Experience in high-volume food production and complex culinary operations preferred.Catering and special event production experience is a plus.Knowledge of institutional dining, batch cooking, and large-scale food preparation is beneficial.Strong understanding of menu development, food quality, presentation, purchasing, inventory, and cost controls.Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and general computer applications.Willingness to participate in client satisfaction initiatives and culinary improvement programs.ServSafe Certification highly preferred. Why Join Us? Opportunity to work alongside experienced culinary leadership and showcase your creativity.Collaborative and supportive kitchen environment.Career growth and professional development opportunities.Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.Be part of an organization committed to culinary excellence, innovation, and exceptional hospitality. Apply to Flik today! Flik is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Associates At Flik Hospitality Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits. MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Paid Parental LeavePersonal 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_FlikHospitality.pdf 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. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Flik maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1582092 Flik Hospitality Group Kristan McIntosh [[req_classification]]