Senior Sous Chef - High-Volume Campus Dining

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical coverage

Bus rides for employees

Retirement contributions

Longevity pay

Paid vacation & holidays

Career growth & professional dev

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in a high-volume university dining facility. Under the General Manager or Chef Manager, you will guide food production, uphold quality and safety standards, and foster a collaborative kitchen culture.

The role requires supervision experience, strong cooking skills, and knowledge of food safety practices. Location is UT Main Campus with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth.

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 SafetyTraining required by University Housing and Dining.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure consistent food quality, timely production, and adherence to established recipes and portion guidelines.
• Supervise cooks, food service workers, and other kitchen staff during assigned shifts. Provide coaching and support recruitment and onboarding of dining staff. Conduct performance reviews and ensure safety and conduct standards.
• Support execution of planned menus, ensuring food is fresh, well-prepared, and attractively presented. Collaborate on quality standards and seasonal menus.
• Ensure clear communication between kitchen and service teams to maintain timely meal service and accurate production records, while upholding UHD values.

Skills

Cooking experience

Kitchen supervision

Recipe following

Cooking equipment

Food safety training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in a high-volume university dining facility. Under the General Manager or Chef Manager, you will guide food production, uphold quality and safety standards, and foster a collaborative kitchen culture.

The role requires supervision experience, strong cooking skills, and knowledge of food safety practices. Location is UT Main Campus with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth.