Lead Sous Chef — High-Volume Campus Kitchen

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Longevity pay

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations in a high-volume university dining facility. Under the direction of the General Manager or Chef Manager, you will help lead food production, ensure culinary excellence, and uphold UHD standards for quality, safety, and sanitation.

You will supervise kitchen staff, assist with menu execution, and contribute to a positive, team-centered kitchen culture while maintaining compliance with food

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 and operating standard cooking equipment.
• Ability to complete and maintain Food Safety Training.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure consistent food quality and adherence to recipes and portion guidelines.
• Supervise cooks and staff, provide coaching, and assist in onboarding and training.
• Support menu execution and collaborate on seasonal or event menus, monitor freshness.
• Maintain clear communication with service teams and uphold food safety records.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Staff supervision

Menu execution

Kitchen operations

Recruitment support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Degree

Tools

FoodPro

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations in a high-volume university dining facility. Under the direction of the General Manager or Chef Manager, you will help lead food production, ensure culinary excellence, and uphold UHD standards for quality, safety, and sanitation.

You will supervise kitchen staff, assist with menu execution, and contribute to a positive, team-centered kitchen culture while maintaining compliance with food