Sous Chef- Travelers - Hartford, CT

Flik Hospitality Group

Position Title: Sous Chef- Travelers - Hartford, CT

Reports To: Executive Chef

Salary: $70000-$80000/yr.

What Makes FLIK Click

What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com . Click here to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position.

Join our Team in Hartford, CT:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Sous Chef to join our team at Travelers in Hartford, CT. In this role, you will play a key part in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Culinary Department. You’ll assist with food preparation, menu development, and the execution of daily dishes, while also managing and leading a team of culinary professionals. You will work closely with the Executive Chef and culinary team to create innovative menus and supervise kitchen staff.

This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional with at least 5 years of culinary experience, including prior leadership experience in the industry, ideally in hotels, country clubs, or restaurants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing cost controls and monitoring expenses for the department.
• Contribute to the planning and development of menus, ensuring creativity and quality.
• Oversee and execute catering events, ensuring seamless service and customer satisfaction.
• Supervise, train, and manage kitchen staff, ensuring the highest standards of performance and efficiency.
• Collaborate with the marketing and culinary teams to roll out new culinary programs.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of culinary experience, with at least 2 years in a culinary management role.
• Experience in hotels, country clubs, or restaurants is preferred
• Experience in high-volume, complex food service operations is highly desirable.
• Catering experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with institutional and batch cooking is beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of food trends, production, sanitation, presentation, and food cost controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet.
• Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs and activities.
• ServSafe certification is highly preferred.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in the culinary field.
  
  

Apply to Flik today!

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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.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates At Flik Hospitality 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.

Req ID: 1405532

Flik Hospitality Group

NANCY M TEIXEIRA

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