Sous Chef

North Carolina State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State University’s NC State Dining is hiring a Sous Chef in Raleigh, NC. You will manage kitchen activities, supervise staff, ensure recipe standards, oversee food production, and maintain safety and quality across all service areas on campus.

The role requires stamina, lifting up to 60 pounds, and flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Benefits include extensive perks and professional growth opportunities within campus dining.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 1 year of kitchen experience.
• Preferred: ServSafe certification or higher.
• Experience in high-volume cooking (1000+ meals/day).
• Supervisory experience leading kitchen staff.
• Proficiency with computer-based food production programs.

Responsibilities

• Follow culinary standards in all food areas, including kitchen, serving line and display stations.
• Plan daily production and assign staff accordingly to execute the plan.
• Review daily production sheets and check ingredient quantities for accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, safe and efficient work environment.
• Provide face-to-face customer service and satisfaction.
• May assist with delivering food/supplies to other dining locations.

Skills

Teamwork

Food preparation

Customer service

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma

ServSafe Certification

Culinary program certificate

Tools

Cbord

Email proficiency

Job description

Posting Details

Job Posting Information

Posting Number PG195258SP

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title Sous Chef

Anticipated Hiring Range $48,000 - $50,470

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.

Job Location Raleigh, NC

Department NC State Dining

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

Bring your passion for food and teamwork to NC State Dining! We are hiring a Sous Chef with NC State Dining. As a Sous Chef, you’ll be part of a team that brings quality, care, and consistency to food served on campus. You will manage and monitor all activities in the kitchen, assign work to kitchen staff, enforce operational standards and serve as back-up to the unit chef in their absence.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to

• Follow and maintain the highest of culinary standards in all food areas, including the kitchen, serving line and display stations.
• Responsible for the quality of the food to be cooked, seasoned, and held correctly, according to the set recipes, and presented in an attractive manner.
• Execute the production of recipes required to fulfill the menu. Plan daily food production and assign staff accordingly to execute the plan.
• Review daily production sheets and check preparations amounts for accuracy and coordinate the flow of food in the unit.
• Maintain a clean, safe and efficient work environment in accordance with university and departmental guidelines.
• Responsible for face to face customer service and satisfaction.
• Communicate with personnel to ensure adequate amount of food for service while controlling overproduction.
• Respond to operational needs and challenges with professionalism and adaptability.
• May pick up or deliver food/supplies to other dining locations.

This role requires physical stamina, including the ability to lift 30 pounds above head and up to 60 pounds on rare occasions, work in hot and cold conditions, and safely handle sharp tools and hot surfaces (all with or without reasonable accommodations).

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 (this statement will be included with every supervisor PD), 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 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

• Certified Sous Chef ( CSC ) or higher
• Accredited culinary program certificate
• Experience in high volume cooking (1000+ meals a day) in fine dining, fast casual dining, multi unit/concepts restaurant or private club. Short order or display cooking, buffet and/or plated meal experience.
• Previous supervisory experience leading and motivating kitchen staff, ensuring efficient operations and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers, use or leave to use email, and previous experience with a computer food production program, such as Cbord, have the ability to learn new software programs.

Required License Or Certification

• ServSafe Certification or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Certifications must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• A valid North Carolina driver’s license must be obtained within 60 days of start date and must be maintained as a condition of employment.

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 10/07/2026

Earliest Close Date---- (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.) 10/14/2026

Notice to Applicants

Include ALL relevant work experience on your application and include any employment that is mentioned in the supplemental questions in your work history. Also, any employment listed on your resume needs to be included on your application.

Special Instructions

Along with your completed application, please include as attachments a resume and cover letter.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Details

Position Number 00110646

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 GN06

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) 1.00

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, 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

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

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.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.