Sous Chef at Levy

Location: Field Museum- ChicagoILSalary: 70000 - 75000Other Forms of Compensation: N/ADifferent perspectives make us better. Were committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.About LevyThe disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes Levys diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues zoos and cultural institutions theaters and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl Grammy Awards US Open Tennis Tournament Kentucky Derby and NHL MLB NBA NFL and MLS All-Star Games.Job Summary: As a Sous Chef you are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions. The position entails assisting in all phases of planning ordering inventory and food preparation. This includes adhering to the clients culture and guidelines the Health Departments regulations and the companys standards and expectations of food quality freshness and presentation. The Sous Chef also motivates trains develops and directs the back-of-house associates preparing and cooking food to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the customers clients and management.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assists in coordinating and participating in the preparation and cooking of various food items.Assists with planning and creating menus.Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team.Assists with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications: 5 years of related culinary experience including 1 year at the management level.Experience in restaurants hotels corporate dining education military health care and/or related food service operations.Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality production sanitation safety food cost controls and presentation.Ability to set up and distribute production sheets.Supervisory leadership training management and coaching skills.ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred.Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products including Excel.Associates degree in Culinary Arts is preferred.Curious about Life at Levy Check it out: Levy CultureLevy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy 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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.At Levy team family. And well always take care of family learn more about Levy benefits offered.MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanFlexible Time Off PlanPaid Parental LeaveHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Personal LeaveAssociate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.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 for paid time off benefits information.Req ID:1482809Levy SectorCustclntAcNameJENNIFER COOPERreqclassification Key Skills Culinary Experience,Food Handling,Restaurant Experience,Kitchen Management Experience,Food Preparation Experience,Kitchen Experience,Labor Cost Analysis,Catering,Cooking,Cost Control,Sanitation,Knife Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1