Collaborative Sous Chef for Campus Dining Innovation

Upper Crust Food Service; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Head Chef by keeping prep on track, the kitchen running clean, and the team aligned. You’ll influence menu ideas while executing operations as part of a collaborative kitchen team.

You are comfortable in a fast-paced environment, have 2+ years in food service, and can lift up to 50 lbs. A food safety certification or ability to obtain one within 30 days is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of food service experience, bulk prep and production in a commercial kitchen.
• Food safety handler and sanitation certification, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Comfort standing for 8+ hour shifts and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Head Chef to make sure food is prepared safely, efficiently, and to spec.
• Collaborate on seasonal, evolving menu concepts.
• Keep the kitchen and dining room clean and sanitary.
• Wash utensils, equipment, and dishes as needed.
• Help unload, inspect, and store raw ingredients and supplies.
• Enforce food safety and sanitation standards per state and local regulations.
• Plan and execute special events as directed by management.
• Communicate regularly with management by phone, email, and text.

Skills

Food service experience

Communication skills

Lift 50 lbs

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Head Chef by keeping prep on track, the kitchen running clean, and the team aligned. You’ll influence menu ideas while executing operations as part of a collaborative kitchen team.

You are comfortable in a fast-paced environment, have 2+ years in food service, and can lift up to 50 lbs. A food safety certification or ability to obtain one within 30 days is required.