Sous Chef - $500 sign-on bonus

Bowdoinham Country Store; Maine; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in college dining seeks a dedicated Sous Chef to join their team. This role involves overseeing daily food production and kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with the Culinary Manager and Head Chef, contributing to a vibrant dining experience for students. With a competitive hourly rate and a $500 sign-on bonus, this full-time position offers excellent benefits, including medical and dental insurance, vacation time, and access to college facilities. Join a community that values diversity and excellence in culinary arts!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Program Bonus

Generous Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Access to Gym and Pool Facilities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in food production and kitchen operations.
• ServSafe Food Production Manager Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food prep, service, and catering events.
• Assist with staff recruiting, hiring, and training.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Culinary Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Customer Service Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Vocational Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.

Title

Title Sous Chef - $500 sign-on bonus

Posting Number

Posting Number S01416JP

Department

Department Dining Service - Moulton Union

Job Summary

Located in Brunswick, Maine, Bowdoin College boasts a student population of almost 2000. We make everything from scratch and are consistently rated in the top 10 for college dining! We have our own butcher shop, bakeshop, and organic garden that all supply food to our two dining halls and three retail locations.

We are seeking a Sous Chef/Assistant Chef for our Moulton Dining Hall. The Sous Chef/Assistant Chef will work closely with our Culinary Manager and Head Chef and will be responsible for daily food production and kitchen operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing food prep, service, and catering events
• Helping organize schedules and daily job assignments
• Assisting with staff recruiting, hiring, and training
• Making sure everything meets standards for food safety, sanitation, presentation, and overall production
• Reviewing production records and temperature logs

Pay, Benefits, and Perks:

• The hourly rate for this position is $26 per hour
• New employees in Dining will receive a $500 sign-on bonus (½ paid at first check and ½ paid after 90 days of eligibility requirements are met)
• Medical insurance, effective on date of hire
• Vision and Dental insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability insurance
• $1,000 Employee Referral Program Bonus
• Generous Retirement Plan – 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26)
• Accrue up to 10 day of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year)
• Accrue up to 12 days of personal/sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Access to many of the College’s facilities including the gym and pool (Including household)
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required; Associate’s or vocational/technical degree in culinary arts preferred
• Current ServSafe Food Production Manager Certification and ServSafe Food Allergen Training (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Working knowledge of basic cooking techniques and their application in baking and/or an institutional settings
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to problem-solve and prioritize tasks independently and within a team atmosphere
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and effectively engage with a wide range of campus constituencies
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the requirements of the College’s Motor Vehicle Use Policy required

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents

• At least 4 years of progressively responsible experience in food production and/or kitchen operations
• Experience in a supervisory or lead role preferred

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.

Standard Work Days and Hours

• Work Schedule (Sunday–Thursday):
  • Sunday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Monday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Thursday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• This is a full-time, onsite year-round position working 40 hours/52 weeks (1.0 FTE ) with requirements to work occasional overtime, weekends, holidays, and during weather emergencies, in addition to major college events and weekends (i.e., Parent’s Weekend, Commencement, and Reunions).

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).

We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

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About Bowdoin

Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.

We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.

Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.

Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.

Shift

Employment Category

Employment Category Full Time Year Round

FTE

FTE 1.00

Benefits Eligible

Benefits Eligible Yes

Pay Type

Pay Type Hourly

Background Check Package Requirements Support Staff + MVR

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position? Yes

Posting Date

Posting Date 04/25/2025

Applications Accepted Until

Open Until Filled No

Type of Posting

Type of Posting Internal/External

Special Instructions to Applicants

If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.

EEO Information

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

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