Sous Chef

North-Carolina-State-University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Accident Plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University’s NC State Dining is seeking a Sous Chef for Fountain Dining Hall. You will lead kitchen operations, ensure quality and consistency, and supervise staff while delivering excellent campus dining experiences.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety standards, and responsive service in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to develop supervisory skills and contribute to campus life.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience in food preparation or service activities in a commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Follow culinary standards in all food areas, including kitchen, serving line and display stations.
• Ensure quality of food prepared, seasoned, held correctly per recipes, and presented attractively.
• Plan daily production and assign staff to execute the plan.
• Review production sheets and coordinate food flow in the unit.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment per guidelines.
• Provide face-to-face customer service and satisfaction.
• Communicate with staff to ensure adequate food supply without overproduction.
• Respond to operational needs with professionalism and adaptability.
• May assist with delivering food or supplies to other locations.

Skills

Culinary teamwork

Food safety

Computer skills (CBord)

Leadership experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification preferred

Tools

CBord

Job description

Posting Number

PG195259SP.

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 unit shares a common goal: deliver quality and efficient services with dedicated financial support for student activity and scholarships.

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, 4 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 180 permanent EPS and SHRA employees.

Essential Job Duties

Bring your passion for food and teamwork to NC State Dining! We are hiring a Sous Chef at Fountain Dining Hall. 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

• 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 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, catering 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

• 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 Certiification 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: No.
• Commercial Driver's License Required: No.

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date: 10/7/26.

Earliest Close Date: 10/14/26.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.