Senior Sous Chef - Eckerd College

Company: Bon Appetit
Location: Saint Petersburg
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: $65,000 - $68,000 / 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 The Senior Sous Chef supports the Chef Manager with daily culinary operations, including food preparation, menu execution, staff training, and cost control. This role ensures high standards for food quality, safety, presentation, and service, and serves as the operational lead in the Chef Manager’s absence. Key Responsibilities • Supervise daily food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure quality and consistency • Train, coach, and oversee back-of-house staff • Support menu planning, recipe development, and daily or seasonal specials • Assist with implementing new culinary programs and concepts • Manage inventory, ordering, food waste, and cost controls • Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and allergen standards • Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and client standards • Lead kitchen operations in the Chef Manager’s absence Preferred Qualifications • Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice environments • Strong leadership and kitchen management background • Knowledge of food trends, costing, and presentation standards • ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain) • Basic computer skills, including MS Office and Outlook Apply to Bon Appetit today! Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA. Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story 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. https://www.compass -usa.com/wp- content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf 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: 1500601 Bon Appetit Tyler Justus

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