Pastry Sous Chef

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State Dining is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to oversee daily bakery production and staff under the guidance of the Executive Pastry Chef. You will maintain high culinary standards and supervise training, quality control, and customer service in the bakery.

The role requires one year of food prep or service experience, Supervisory skills, and experience in a high-volume bakery environment. ServSafe certification is preferred or obtainable within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience in food preparation or service activities in a commercial kitchen.
• Directly related work experience in a professional bakery preferred.
• Supervisory experience and ability to educate staff on an ongoing basis.
• Experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience with a computer food production program such as Cbord or Netmenu.

Responsibilities

• Train staff on NC State Dining guidelines, procedures, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Coordinate and participate in special events and support food and labor cost goals.
• Manage inventory, storage organization, and time/temperature controls across bakery service areas.
• Ensure proper staffing for opening/closing, assist with shift transitions, and verify production forms.
• Communicate operational culinary issues with the Executive Pastry Chef and campus partners for events.

Skills

Food preparation

Staff supervision

High-volume environment

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cbord

Netmenu

Job description

Pastry Sous Chef

Posting Number: PG195173SP

Internal Recruitment: No

Salary: $48,000 - $51,984 (anticipated hiring range)

Work schedule: 40 hours per week, work hours may vary based on business needs; work schedule may include nights, weekends, and holidays. May be required to work some overtime.

Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: Dining Dining Halls

About the Department

Campus Enterprises is NC State University's division of retail and hospitality organizations - NC State Dining, NC State Stores, Lonnie Poole Golf Course, NC State Student Centers (Witherspoon and Talley), and the One Card Office. Each department is dedicated to providing service excellence, value and enrichment of the student experience in support of academic success.

NC State Dining provides campus wide food services to students, staff, and faculty on the North Carolina State University Campus. NC State Dining operates 10 cafes, 3 food courts and 6 dining halls, 4 markets, 1 restaurant, vending, a nutritional counseling service, and a catering department. The department employs approximately 1000 temporary and student employees and approximately 190 permanent EHRA and SHRA employees.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

NC State Dining is seeking a passionate Pastry Sous Chef to join our team! The Pastry Sous Chef position will provide day-to-day oversight of the baking production staff for NC State Dining. This position works closely with the Executive Pastry Chef to provide a high-quality baking department. This position will be responsible for maintaining the highest culinary standards and works directly with the bakery staff to provide training, supervision, quality control, and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operational Compliance - Train staff on NC State Dining guidelines, procedures, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Event & Cost Management - Coordinate and participate in special events for The Chancellor while supporting food and labor cost goals.
• Inventory & Safety Oversight - Manage inventory, storage organization, food safety walkthroughs, and time/temperature controls across bakery service areas.
• Staffing & Daily Operations - Ensure proper staffing for opening/closing, assist with shift transitions, and verify completion of temp logs and production forms.
• CrossDepartment Communication - Communicate operational culinary issues with the Executive Pastry Chef and coordinate services with campus partners for successful events

If you take pride in your work, enjoy being part of a collaborative team, and thrive in a dynamic environment where professionalism, adaptability, and customer service matter, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the heart of campus life.

Other Responsibilities

• Model the Division's mission and values, introduce the Division's mission and values to the employees, and foster a positive, cohesive workplace and congeniality among co-workers.
• Understand the goals and culture of the organization, and understand how employees' work activities, teamwork, and customer service impact clients. Work with your supervisor and colleagues to understand these goals and the culture.
• Adhere to all University policies, procedures, and regulations, and Division standard operating practices and protocols.
• Due to operational needs of the NC State Dining department, an employee may be assigned to work in any NC State Dining department including, but not limited to, football games, and special events.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure NC State Dining business needs are met.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education: High School diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in food preparation or service activities in a commercial kitchen; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Directly related work experience in a professional bakery.
• Supervisory experience, including the ability to lead and educate staff on an ongoing basis.
• Previous work in a high volume environment.
• Previous experience with a computer food production program such as Cbord or Netmenu.

Required License or Certification:

• ServSafe Certiification or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Certifications must be maintained as a condition of employment.

Valid NC Driver's License required: No

Commercial Driver's License Required?: No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date: 08/17/2026

Earliest Close Date: 08/24/2026 (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

Notice to Applicants: Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume and any work experience described in the supplemental questions is listed in the work history.

Position Details

Position Number: 00103619

Position Type: SHRA

Position Classification Band Title: Food Services Supervisor

Position Classification Band Level: Journey

Position Classification Salary Range: $ 38,760 - $ 75,231

Salary Grade Equivalency: NC08

Alternate Option: If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1

Appointment: 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Time Limited Position: No

Department Id: 471511 - Dining Dining Halls

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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