CATERING SOUS CHEF - Manhattanville University - Purchase, NY
PURCHASE, NY
Updated: May 08
CATERING SOUS CHEF - Manhattanville University - Purchase, NY
Location: Manhattanville University & Purchase College
Salary: $80,000 - $85,000
At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.
We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.
Job Summary
We’re seeking an energetic, innovative Catering Sous Chef to help lead the successful operation of our culinary department. Working closely with the Executive Chef, you’ll play a key role in menu development, catering execution, and daily kitchen operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys creativity, leadership, and hands-on cooking.
What You’ll Do
- Partner with the Executive Chef to manage food costs, control expenditures, and support financial goals
- Assist with planning, developing, and executing seasonal and innovative menus
- Lead the production and execution of catering events, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation
- Supervise, train, and motivate hourly culinary team members
- Roll out new culinary programs in collaboration with company marketing and culinary teams
- Support ordering, inventory management, and kitchen organization
- Maintain high standards for sanitation, safety, and food quality
What We’re Looking For
- Associate’s degree (A.S.) in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience
- Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience (based on education/training)
- Catering experience strongly preferred
- Experience with high-volume, complex foodservice operations highly desirable
- Institutional and batch cooking experience a plus
- Strong understanding of current food and catering trends, with an emphasis on:
- Quality and consistency
- Production and presentation
- Sanitation and food safety
- Food cost control
- Comfortable using technology, including:
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Outlook, email, and internet-based systems
- Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs and engagement activities
- ServSafe Certification (highly desirable)
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-energy culinary environment
- Creative freedom to contribute to menu development and new programs
- Collaborative culture with strong culinary leadership
- A role that blends creativity, leadership, and operational excellence
If you’re a motivated culinary professional who loves catering, teamwork, and innovation, this is your chance to make an impact.
Apply to Chartwells Higher Education 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.
Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed 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.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:
Req ID: 1530923
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Nearest Major Market: White Plains
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City
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We’re seeking an energetic, innovative Catering Sous Chef to help lead the successful operation of our culinary department. Working closely with the Executive Chef, you’ll play a key role in menu development, catering execution, and daily kitchen operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys creativity, leadership, and hands-on cooking. What You’ll Do Partner with the Executive Chef to manage food costs, control expenditures, and support financial goals Assist with planning, developing, and executing seasonal and innovative menus Lead the production and execution of catering events, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation Supervise, train, and motivate hourly culinary team members Roll out new culinary programs in collaboration with company marketing and culinary teams Support ordering, inventory management, and kitchen organization Maintain high standards for sanitation, safety, and food quality What We’re Looking For Associate’s degree (A. S.) in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience (based on education/training) Catering experience strongly preferred Experience with high-volume, complex foodservice operations highly desirable Institutional and batch cooking experience a plus Strong understanding of current food and catering trends, with an emphasis on: Quality and consistency Production and presentation Sanitation and food safety Food cost control Comfortable using technology, including: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Outlook, email, and internet-based systems Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs and engagement activities Serv. Safe Certification (highly desirable) Why Join Us Opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-energy culinary environment Creative freedom to contribute to menu development and new programs Collaborative culture with strong culinary leadership A role that blends creativity, leadership, and operational excellence If you’re a motivated culinary professional who loves catering, teamwork, and innovation, this is your chance to make an impact.
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