Sous Chef

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University’s Dining Catering is hiring a Sous Chef to lead kitchen activities, supervise staff, and ensure high culinary standards across campus facilities. You will manage production, quality, and service while maintaining safety and efficient operations in a dynamic environment on campus.

The role requires strong leadership, experience in high-volume cooking, and ServSafe certification or ability to obtain it, plus a NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 1 year of experience in food preparation or service.
• ServSafe certification or ability to obtain; valid NC driver’s license within 60 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Follow highest culinary standards in all food areas.
• Ensure quality and presentation of cooked/held foods.
• Plan daily production and assign staff accordingly.
• Review production sheets and coordinate flow of food.
• Maintain clean, safe, efficient kitchen environment.
• Provide face-to-face customer service and satisfaction.
• Communicate to ensure adequate food supply and control waste.
• Respond to operational needs with professionalism and adaptability.

Skills

High volume cooking

Supervisory experience

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cbord

NetMenu

Email software

Job description

Job Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG195248SP

Internal Recruitment

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title

Working Title Sous Chef

Anticipated Hiring Range

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

Work Schedule

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

Department

Department Dining Catering

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.

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

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, 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.

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.
• 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.
• Proficiency in the use of computers including the ability to use or learn to use email, the ability to learn new software programs, and previous experience with computer food production programs such as Cbord and 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.
• 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

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/02/2026

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.)

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.) 10/09/2026

Position Number

Position Number 00103510

Position Type

Position Type SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Position Classification Band Level

Position Classification Band Level Journey

Position Classification Salary Range

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

Salary Grade Equivalency

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)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00

Appointment

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

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

Time Limited Position No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id

Department Id 471504 - Dining Catering

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.

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