Sous Chef

Battle Creek, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20-09-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are hiring immediately for a SOUS CHEF position.
Location: Denso 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037. Note: online applications accepted only.
Schedule: Full Time; Monday through Friday 11:00am-8:00pm.
Details: We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Sous Chef to join our team at Cafe 89 Denso Battle Creek. This position plays a key role in supporting kitchen operations leading the evening crew and delivering an exceptional dining experience for our guests. The ideal candidate is not just skilled in the kitchen but also a motivator organizer and leader-someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing energy and fun into the workplace. Responsibilities include:
- Operational Leadership: Oversee café operations in the afternoon/evening shift.
- Team Management: Supervise and guide a small PM team fostering teamwork accountability and a positive culture.
- Inventory & Ordering: Manage product levels track usage and maintain accurate inventory controls.
- Scheduling: Assist with labor scheduling to ensure proper coverage while balancing labor costs.
- Quality & Safety: Ensure food quality presentation and sanitation standards are consistently met.
- Guest Experience: Engage with guests and team members to promote a welcoming and energetic environment.

Requirement: Previous culinary and management experience required. ServSafe certification is preferred but not required. Strong skills in inventory management scheduling ordering menu planning understanding of food cost and P&L operations and team leadership. Ability to train motivate and develop staff while maintaining high standards.
Salary: $53000
Perks: Shift meals uniforms phone stipend benefits. No weekends - enjoy work-life balance! Growth opportunities within a global hospitality company. A supportive team culture where your ideas and energy matter.
*Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

We Make Applying Easy!Want to apply to this job via text messaging Text JOBto 75000and search requisition ID number1462783.

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Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset Eurest leverages global resources promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve. The Eurest Promise connect with people inspire through food create solutions and live our promise is exemplified throughout our organization. Eurest is proud to serve the worlds most respected successful corporations including many of the Fortune 500.

Job Summary

Summary: As a Sous Chef II 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 II also motivates trains develops and directs the back of house associates preparing and cooking foods 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 supervisory or lead 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.

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the followingbenefits to associates:Retirement PlanAssociate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceVoluntary Benefits including Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Legal Services and Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ADDisability InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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.

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 : 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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.
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We are hiring immediately for a SOUS CHEF position.Location: Denso 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037. Note: online applications accepted only.Schedule: Full Time; Monday through Friday 11:00am-8:00pm.Details: We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Sous Chef to join our team at Cafe 89 Denso Battle...

We are hiring immediately for a SOUS CHEF position.
Location: Denso 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037. Note: online applications accepted only.
Schedule: Full Time; Monday through Friday 11:00am-8:00pm.
Details: We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Sous Chef to join our team at Cafe 89 Denso Battle Creek. This position plays a key role in supporting kitchen operations leading the evening crew and delivering an exceptional dining experience for our guests. The ideal candidate is not just skilled in the kitchen but also a motivator organizer and leader-someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing energy and fun into the workplace. Responsibilities include:
- Operational Leadership: Oversee café operations in the afternoon/evening shift.
- Team Management: Supervise and guide a small PM team fostering teamwork accountability and a positive culture.
- Inventory & Ordering: Manage product levels track usage and maintain accurate inventory controls.
- Scheduling: Assist with labor scheduling to ensure proper coverage while balancing labor costs.
- Quality & Safety: Ensure food quality presentation and sanitation standards are consistently met.
- Guest Experience: Engage with guests and team members to promote a welcoming and energetic environment.

Requirement: Previous culinary and management experience required. ServSafe certification is preferred but not required. Strong skills in inventory management scheduling ordering menu planning understanding of food cost and P&L operations and team leadership. Ability to train motivate and develop staff while maintaining high standards.
Salary: $53000
Perks: Shift meals uniforms phone stipend benefits. No weekends - enjoy work-life balance! Growth opportunities within a global hospitality company. A supportive team culture where your ideas and energy matter.
*Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

We Make Applying Easy!Want to apply to this job via text messaging Text JOBto 75000and search requisition ID number1462783.

Diversityof thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Job Summary

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 supervisory or lead 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.

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.