Catering Sous Chef - Juniper Networks

Salary:  $85,000 - $90,000 / 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!

Job Summary

We are seeking a driven, experienced culinary professional to serve as the Catering Sous Chef at Juniper Networks. This role demands a strong background in high-level catering planning and execution, requiring the ability to manage and operate a kitchen to the highest standards of quality, safety, consistency, and efficiency. You will partner with the Executive Chef on menu development, cost control, and team development in a fast-paced environment.

 

Schedule & Requirements

  • Standard Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

  • Flexibility: Must be flexible to support all catering demands, including occasional happy hour, evening, and special events.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Catering & Production: Plan, produce, and flawlessly execute high-level catering events and support daily food service operations.

  • Team Leadership: Lead, train, and develop the culinary team, ensuring staff competency and adherence to standard operating procedures.

  • Operational Management: Manage kitchen operations, guaranteeing the highest standards of safety, sanitation, quality, and efficiency.

  • Cost & Menu Management: Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu planning, inventory, and account-level cost control.

  • Culinary Trend Integration: Apply current culinary trends and best practices to menu development and presentation.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience: Proven progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, with a strong focus on high-volume, corporate, or institutional catering.

  • Knowledge: Expertise in food safety, sanitation, food cost control, and current catering trends.

  • Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading and developing a culinary team.

  • Certifications: ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

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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 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. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:  1486592

Bon Appetit 

Tyler Justus 


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