Lead Sous Chef - High-Volume Campus Dining

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Transit benefits

Retirement contributions

Longevity pay

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin's University Housing and Dining is seeking a Sous Chef to support daily operations at UT Main Campus. You will lead food production, uphold UHD quality and safety standards, and supervise kitchen staff in a high-volume setting.

Ideally you have supervisory kitchen experience, strong recipe execution, and a background in food safety. The role offers opportunities for growth and collaboration with culinary leadership.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.
• Two years of cooking experience in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional facility.
• One year of kitchen supervisory experience in food service or a similar capacity.
• Experience following recipes.
• Experience with operating standard cooking equipment.
• Ability to complete and maintain Food Safety Training required by University Housing and Dining.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure consistent food quality and safe, efficient service.
• Supervise kitchen staff, coach on technique, recruit and train dining team, and support staff development.
• Support menu execution, maintain production records, and ensure food safety compliance.
• Coordinate with culinary leadership to enhance flavor, presentation, and cost control.

Skills

High school graduation or GED

Cooking experience

Kitchen supervisory experience

Following recipes

Operating cooking equipment

Food Safety Training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin's University Housing and Dining is seeking a Sous Chef to support daily operations at UT Main Campus. You will lead food production, uphold UHD quality and safety standards, and supervise kitchen staff in a high-volume setting.

Ideally you have supervisory kitchen experience, strong recipe execution, and a background in food safety. The role offers opportunities for growth and collaboration with culinary leadership.