Lead Sous Chef – Campus Dining & Events

careers-ucfs; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Seattle is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to assist the Chef and Dining Director in daily kitchen operations for residential dining, catering, and events.

You will monitor food production, train staff, manage inventories, uphold safety and quality standards, and collaborate on menu development to deliver restaurant-quality experiences across campus venues. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring energy, organization, and a passion for student dining excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume food production and leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of food safety protocols and allergen handling.
• Ability to manage inventories, control costs, and supervise kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily food production for residential dining, catering, and special events.
• Support menu execution, recipe adherence, and food presentation standards.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations and consistent food quality.
• Monitor food preparation, portioning, and service to maintain quality and cost control.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, receiving, and proper food storage procedures.
• Support catering operations, including event preparation, setup, and execution.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with the Chef on menu development, production planning, and operational improvements.
• Step into leadership responsibilities in the Chef's absence.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Staff supervision

Food safety & HACCP

Menu execution

Inventory management

Allergen awareness

Kitchen equipment operation

Communication

Tools

Inventory software

Scheduling systems

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service in Seattle is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to assist the Chef and Dining Director in daily kitchen operations for residential dining, catering, and events.

You will monitor food production, train staff, manage inventories, uphold safety and quality standards, and collaborate on menu development to deliver restaurant-quality experiences across campus venues. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring energy, organization, and a passion for student dining excellence.