Location: Manhattanville University & Purchase CollegeSalary: $80,000 - $85,000
Job SummaryWe'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!Associates at Chartwells Higher Edare 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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Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Req ID: Chartwells HE
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