Sous Chef - Corporate Dining - Hartford, CT
Salary: $70,000 to $80,000 / year
Other Forms of Compensation: Party Pay
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.
Join Our Culinary Team as a Sous Chef – Corporate Dining | Hartford, CT
We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team at a high-volume corporate dining facility in Hartford, CT. This is a Monday through Friday position, with occasional night shifts as needed for catered events. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, fine dining or corporate dining experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. This role reports directly to the Chef Manager and supervises a culinary team.
Qualified candidates local to the Hartford, CT area are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
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Partner with the Chef Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, food production, and team management
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Assist with planning, developing, and executing daily menus and seasonal culinary programs
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Supervise and coach a team of culinary professionals, fostering a positive and inclusive kitchen culture
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Lead high-volume food preparation and catering execution with a focus on quality and presentation
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Monitor and manage food cost controls and budget expenditures
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Utilize Microsoft Excel for inventory, ordering, and production tracking
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Support the rollout of new culinary initiatives in collaboration with the company’s marketing and culinary teams
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Ensure compliance with food safety standards and ServSafe protocols
Preferred Qualifications:
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Previous experience in fine dining, country club, or corporate dining environments required
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Proven background in high-volume food production and catering operations
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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Experience with menu planning, inventory control, and cost management
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other kitchen management tools
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ServSafe Certification preferred
- A.S. degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience
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Must be flexible to work evenings: As needed for events
Apply to Flik today!
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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.
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.
Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Flik Hospitality 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.
Req ID: 1462199
Flik Hospitality Group
NANCY M TEIXEIRA
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