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Senior Sous Chef - Obama Presidential Center

Bon Appétit Management Company
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
Bon Appetit

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 / 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 Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations at the Obama Presidential Center. This role oversees food preparation, supervises culinary staff, and helps deliver high-quality food across café, retail, and catering operations. The Senior Sous Chef plays a key role in menu development, culinary execution, cost control, and maintaining strong food safety and sanitation standards. The position requires flexibility to work Monday through Sunday, including weekends and holidays.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Executive Chef in managing day to day culinary operations and kitchen staff
  • Supervise food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure consistent quality
  • Support menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal menu updates
  • Execute catering and special events with a focus on quality and efficiency
  • Monitor food cost, inventory, and purchasing to support budget targets
  • Train and develop hourly culinary associates
  • Maintain high standards for food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization
  • Partner with the culinary and marketing teams to implement new culinary programs

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate with relevant experience
  • Progressive experience in kitchen leadership or culinary supervision
  • Experience supporting catering or large scale events
  • Background in high volume or complex foodservice operations preferred
  • Knowledge of food trends, production methods, food cost control, and presentation
  • Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and basic computer systems
  • ServSafe certification preferred

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

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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 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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1512516

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