Traveling Sous Chef

Company: Bon Appetit
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 / 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 Traveling Sous Chef supports the success of the culinary program across multiple locations. This role assists with all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu execution, food preparation, ordering, inventory, and staff leadership. The Traveling Sous Chef ensures food quality, safety, and presentation standards are consistently met while supporting new culinary initiatives and operational needs at various sites. This position is based in Atlanta and requires frequent, often weekly, travel. Key Responsibilities Assist with daily kitchen operations, including preparation and cooking of menu items Support menu planning and execution in alignment with client and company standards Travel to assigned locations to support openings, transitions, and operational needs Assist with rolling out new culinary programs in partnership with culinary and marketing teams Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations Support cost controls, inventory management, and food waste reduction Train, coach, and motivate back-of-house associates to meet operational goals Ensure consistent food quality, freshness, and presentation across locations Perform additional duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of culinary experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, healthcare, military, or similar foodservice environments Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, production, and cost controls Proven leadership, training, and coaching skills Ability to create and manage production sheets ServSafe or Department of Health certification preferred Proficiency with MS Office, including Excel Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts preferred Ability to travel frequently, often weekly, as required by the role Apply to Bon Appetit today! Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA. Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story 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. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1500518 Bon Appetit Tyler Justus

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