Catering Sous Chef — Emory University

Job overview

The Catering Sous Chef — Emory University role is onsite in Atlanta, Georgia. Salary is $62,000–$65,000 per year. The position supports Bon Appetit’s campus catering program at Emory University, serving events, conferences, VIP functions, athletic events, and special occasions. The sous chef helps lead food production and culinary staff while maintaining food quality, presentation, safety, and service standards. The role coordinates kitchen production with event timelines and supports memorable dining experiences for the university community and guests.

What you'll do

• Assist with planning, preparing, and executing catering events
• oversee daily food production and recipe execution
• supervise, coach, and train culinary staff
• coordinate production schedules
• ensure food safety and sanitation compliance
• monitor quality, portions, and waste
• assist with menu development, inventory, ordering, and storage
• maintain a clean and safe kitchen
• collaborate with catering managers and event staff
• assist with labor and food cost control
• step into leadership when the Executive Chef or Catering Chef is absent.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

catering sous chef

catering

emory university

atlanta ga

bon appetit

$62,000–$65,000/yr

food production

menu development

culinary team leadership

food safety

inventory management

medical dental vision

paid time off

retirement plan

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• retirement plan
• paid time off
• holiday time off
• health and wellness programs
• paid parental leave
• personal leave
• commuter benefits
• employee assistance program
• flexible spending accounts.

Why this role

Flexible schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

About the employer

Bon Appetit is hiring for this role. Industry: Caterers. Sector: 72.