Demi Sous Pastry Chef | Hospitality

Notre Dame International; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is seeking a full-time Demi Sous Pastry Chef for campus Hospitality. The role leads the culinary team, coordinates the operational plan, and ensures delivery of high-quality pastry offerings within a dynamic dining program.

Responsibilities include training, scheduling, production timelines, and maintaining food safety standards. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional baking/pastry experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment.
• Strong attention to detail with an unwavering commitment to cleanliness and organization.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team and administrate/coordinate operational plan.
• Evaluate employee knife skills and identify areas of improvement.
• Facilitate training, staff scheduling, cooking timelines and production schedules.
• Inspect food to ensure it meets standards of quality and impart expectations of quality to production staff.
• Directly oversee the team's daily sanitation procedures of all kitchen equipment and facilities.
• Assist with purchasing and maintain inventories.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

Morris Inn F&B, VP-UOES-Hospitality & Dining

• Full-time

Company Description

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace; it is a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

Job Description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES)division is currently hiring for a full-time Demi Sous Pastry Chef in our campus Hospitality department. The UOES division oversees the University's event management, hospitality, and customer service functions, while also supporting student life, academic initiatives, research activities, and annual milestone celebrations.

Demi Sous Pastry Chef
The Demi Sous Chef is a skilled and experienced culinary position responsible for administration and coordination of an operational plan while following accepted culinary practices.

Why this position?As a Demi Sous Pastry Chef with the University of Notre Dame, you will have the opportunity to support the mission and goals of a "Best in Class" dining program. We look for individuals that not only want to be a part of the Notre Dame community, but also want to influence future generations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead culinary team and administrate/coordinate operational plan
• Evaluate employee knife skills and identify areas of improvement
• Facilitate training, staff scheduling, cooking timelines and production schedules
• Inspect food to ensure it meets standards of quality and impart expectations of quality to production staff.
• Directly oversee the team's daily sanitation procedures of all kitchen equipment and facilities
• Assist with purchasing and maintain inventories

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional baking/pastry experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment.
• Strong attention to detail with an unwavering commitment to cleanliness and
• organization
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Positive attitude and a team-first mindset

Additional Information

Pay Rate:$19.75-$23.00/hr - commensurate with experience

The University ofNotreDameseeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover,NotreDameprohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).Westronglyencourageapplicationsfrom candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.

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