--- title: Sous Chef at Compass Group USA in Charlotte, NC description: Compass Group USA is hiring for the Sous Chef role in Charlotte, NC. Pays $65K–$70K per year. On-site role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/sous-chef-at-compass-group-usa-01a0b3c7-fdb7-73ce-990f-22e917c73b1b date: 2026-11-14T09:15:57Z og_description: Join Compass Group USA as Sous Chef in Charlotte, NC. Pays $65K–$70K per year. On-site role. Requires 5+ years of experience. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/1rxwjv.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Compass Group USA](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/compass-group-usa?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Charlotte, NC | | **Salary** | $65K/yr - $70K/yr | | **Posted** | Nov 14, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Compass Group USA sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 49 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** Compass Group USA uses E-Verify. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $52,000 – $71,000 a year (median $60,000). ## Description ![](https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/f90b1316/c02a1396-5b70-489c-a2cd-6.png) **Position Title: SOUS CHEF (CORPORATE DINING) - CHARLOTTE NC**  **Salary:** $65000 - $70000 / yr As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more. Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest. ## Job Summary **Summary:** As a Sous Chef I, you are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions. The position entails assisting in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation. This includes adhering to the client’s culture and guidelines, the Health Department’s regulations, and the company’s standards and expectations of food quality, freshness and presentation. The Sous Chef I also motivates, trains, develops, and directs the back of house associates preparing and cooking foods to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the customers, clients, and management. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities:** - Assists in coordinating and participating in the preparation and cooking of various food items. - Assists with planning and creating menus. - Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team. - Assists with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure. - Performs other duties as assigned. **Qualifications:** - 5 years of related culinary experience including 1 year at the management level. - Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations. - Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation. - Ability to set up and distribute production sheets. - Supervisory, leadership, training, management, and coaching skills. - ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred. - Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products including Excel. - Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts is preferred. **Apply to Eurest today!** *Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA* [**Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story**](http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) **Associates at Eurest 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](https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026_Wage-Transparency_Eurest.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.   **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.** Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace. 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