CATERING SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME) at LSU

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Retirement plan

Health and wellness programs

Discount marketplace

Identity theft protection

Pet insurance

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Compass Group at Louisiana State University is seeking an Executive Kitchen/ Supervisory role to support the kitchen team in daily operations. You will assist the Executive Chef, supervise cooks, and ensure production standards are met across all meals.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, supervising staff, enforcing food safety rules, and maintaining equipment and sanitation. This position requires experience and leadership in a fast-paced food-service environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years cooking experience required.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food following approved recipes and production standards.
• Supervise hourly food service associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews, and disciplinary actions as appropriate.
• Store food in designated areas following all safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ensure proper food handling, presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures.
• Maintain sanitation of equipment, supplies, and utensils; keep workstation clean.
• Interact with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner.

Skills

Cooking experience

Supervisory experience

Job description

Position Details

Location: Louisiana State University - South Stadium Dr Administrative Support Building, Baton Rouge, LA 70803

Schedule: The schedule may vary based on operational needs. More details are available upon interview.

Requirements: 2-3 years of cooking experience required; supervisory experience preferred.

Pay Range: $18.00 to $22.00 per hour

Job Summary

Helps Executive Chef prepare and cook foods. Coordinates activities of cooks and other food-service associates. Assumes responsibility for kitchen and food-service associates in the absence of Executive Chef.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food following approved recipes and production standards. Ensure all deadlines are met based on production orders.
• Supervise hourly food service associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews, and recommending disciplinary action as appropriate.
• Store food in designated areas following all corporate, state, and federal food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ensure proper food handling, presentation, portion control, and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures.
• Maintain sanitation of equipment, supplies, and utensils. Clean workstation thoroughly before leaving the area. Keep display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to comply with all sanitation, safety, production, and merchandising requirements.
• Interact with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner. Relay relevant information directly to supervisor.
• Demonstrate a complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explain them to associates and customers.
• Keep up with peak production and service hours.
• Monitor inventory and deliveries of product and supplies. Track product production, consumption, and waste. Inform supervisor when supplies or product are low.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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, or gender identity.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities or requirements associated with this position. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Additional Information

Because this position requires work in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (e.g., winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.