Sous Chef - Abercrombie & Fitch

Salary: $58,000 - $60,000

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

As Sous Chef, you will play a key role in leading culinary operations at a corporate campus serving over 2,000 guests daily across three cafés. Working closely with the Executive Chef, you will support team supervision, food preparation, rotating menu development, ordering, cost control, and the implementation of new culinary programs. The campus includes three cafés—two with limited menus in warehouse settings, and one flagship location offering seven rotating culinary stations and a full-service barista island. Operations run Monday through Saturday for breakfast and lunch, with dinner service Monday–Thursday at two cafés. Shifts are typically Monday–Friday or Monday–Thursday and Saturday. Sundays and most holidays are off, with the exception of Thanksgiving as business needs require. Perks include free meals during shift, on-site gym access, free parking, client retail store discounts, and a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef with menu planning, food production, ordering, and cost control

Supervise, schedule, and support 40 hourly employees (25 culinary), ensuring high performance and team engagement

Oversee food safety, sanitation standards, and compliance (ServSafe)

Lead execution of catering events and rollout of new culinary initiatives

Maintain inventory and support cost-effective, quality-focused operations

Drive client satisfaction and service excellence

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience

Progressive culinary/kitchen management experience

High-volume, multi-unit foodservice background preferred

Institutional and batch cooking experience helpful

Strong catering skills a plus

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Internet tools

ServSafe certification highly desirable

Team-oriented, organized, and adaptable

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

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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 for paid time off benefits information.

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: 1435325

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