Corona,CA,USA:Sous Chef-$70000 To $72000 Per YEAR

Constellation is a prominent dining and events brand operating under Elior North America, specializing in delivering exceptional business dining and catering experiences across the United States. With a focus on creating memorable meals that foster connection, Constellation serves a diverse client base that includes retail spaces, office buildings, and heavily catered events. Known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and hospitality, Constellation strives to exceed customer expectations through thoughtfully prepared menus and impeccable service. The company prides itself on building a strong culture of teamwork and creativity, making it a sought-after employer in the culinary sector. Elior North America, the parent company, is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and the professional growth of its workforce. It encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities and supports the continuous development of its employees through various advancement opportunities. Elior is committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and build long-term careers in the hospitality and culinary industries. The Sous Chef role at Constellation in Irvine, California, offers a full-time, onsite opportunity for experienced culinary professionals ready to take their career to the next level. This position focuses heavily on catering, providing an exciting environment to showcase creativity while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. The salary range for this position is between $70,000 and $72,000 annually, reflecting the importance of leadership and culinary expertise required. As a Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in leading the culinary team, overseeing daily food production, menu development, and quality control. This role is ideal for a talented lead line cook or junior sous chef who is eager to step into a more senior role with ample opportunity for professional growth. You will be responsible for developing menus that balance consumer tastes, nutritional needs, and budgetary constraints. Additionally, you will participate in recipe testing, food purchasing specifications, and ensure all safety and sanitation standards are tightly adhered to. Your leadership will extend to supervising and training kitchen staff, managing inventory controls, and controlling costs to meet financial objectives. You will guide the team to deliver outstanding customer service through well-crafted dishes and efficient operations. Furthermore, the role involves organizing culinary production for special events and ensuring that all food displays are both appealing and meet the highest quality standards. Working with Constellation means joining a team that values creativity, attention to detail, and a passion for culinary excellence. It provides a dynamic workplace where food is not just prepared but celebrated as a means to connect people and create memorable experiences. If you have a background in institutional, hotel, or restaurant cooking with 3-5 years of management experience, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in budgeting, this role presents a fantastic opportunity to advance your career within a respected and growing company. Nice-to-haves include a bachelor’s degree in institutional management, nutrition, dietetics, or hotel and restaurant management, or certification from a recognized culinary institution. Constellation also offers an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, voluntary accident and critical illness coverage, commuter and discount programs, employee assistance programs, 401k, paid holidays and time off, and tuition reimbursement to support your continuous professional development.

• Culinary management experience of 3-5 years
• skills in institutional hotel or restaurant culinary operations with large quantity production
• leadership skills including oral and written communication
• proven ability to control costs and manage budgets
• willingness to work full-time onsite in Irvine California