Retail Senior Sous Chef - Union College
Position Title: Retail Senior Sous Chef - Union College
Salary: $90,000 - $95,000 / year
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!
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Job Summary
Working as the Retail Executive Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role in driving culinary excellence across Union College’s dynamic retail dining portfolio. This position oversees culinary execution across six distinct retail operations, including a pizza concept, café, convenience market, coffee shop, and a mediterranean dining concept. You will support the successful operation of the culinary department by leading food production, maintaining exceptional quality standards, developing innovative menus, and creating an engaging guest experience across multiple concepts.
This role is ideal for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment and enjoys building teams, introducing new ideas, and delivering consistently outstanding food experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with the Executive Chef and operational leadership to oversee culinary execution across six retail dining locations
- Lead and support culinary teams in daily production, preparation, presentation, and service standards across multiple concepts
- Develop and implement menus, limited-time offerings, and seasonal programming tailored to each retail venue
- Maintain strong food cost, labor cost, purchasing, and inventory controls while achieving financial and operational goals
- Ensure consistent food quality, recipe compliance, and adherence to brand standards, including licensed concepts
- Support hiring, training, coaching, and development of hourly culinary associates and supervisors
- Execute catering and special events as needed while maintaining service excellence across retail operations
- Collaborate with marketing and culinary teams to launch new concepts, programs, and campus dining initiatives
- Maintain all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards across operations
- Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, accountability, and exceptional guest service
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Culinary Arts, culinary certificate, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Progressive culinary leadership experience in high-volume, multi-unit retail, hospitality, higher education, or foodservice environments
- Experience overseeing diverse retail concepts and branded operations preferred
- Strong background in menu development, food costing, production planning, and culinary innovation
- Catering and event execution experience preferred
- Demonstrated success leading teams in complex foodservice environments
- Knowledge of current food, beverage, and campus dining trends with a focus on quality and guest experience
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing labor and operational performance metrics
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and standard foodservice systems
- ServSafe certification preferred
This is an opportunity to shape the culinary experience at Union College while leading a diverse and exciting portfolio of retail concepts serving the campus community.
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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)
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
- 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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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.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.
Nearest Major Market: Albany
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