Seasons + We are hiring immediately for a XXX position. + Location: Note: online applications accepted only. + Schedule: + Requirement: + Pay Range: [[cust_StartingPayRate]] to [[cust_MaxPayRate]] Positions at this location require proof of COVID-19 vaccination, boosters, and/or regular COVID testing. Where permitted by law, applicants who are offered a position for this location may be asked about their vaccination status, which must meet minimum business requirements. All religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered. Seasons Culinary is a high end contract food service organization that operates a number of notable accounts in the Washington DC metro area. We are culinarians that offer extraordinary services to our extraordinary clients. For our employees, we offer a full benefits plan, a schedule that respects work life balance and opportunities for learning and advancement Job Summary This individual will be responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. Key Responsibilities: + Assists Executive Chef to assure compliance with all sanitation, ServSafe, safety, production, and merchandising requirements + Motivates, trains, develops and directs the back of house employees to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the customers, clients, and sectors + Ensures that high quality food items are creatively prepared and presented in a cost effective manner + Assists in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation + Supports the management of cost controls and control expenditures for the account + Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams + Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications: + B.S. Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Services Technology/Management/or related field; or A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts with additional specialized training + 3-5 years of relevant culinary experience + Mastery of a wide variety of kitchen positions and stations + Ability to think on their feet, as well as create, produce, and serve on the fly + Knowledge of food cost and how it pertains to a kitchen, product and quality identification + Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and oral/written communication skills + Applied food service sanitation certification, SERVSAFE, and/or HACCP federal guideline certification + Demonstrated understanding of current culinary market/trends and creative food presentation preferred About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry 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. Associates at Seasons 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)