Sous Chef - Campus Dining & Catering Lead

NMS; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sous Chef position at NMS supports preparation, production, and quality presentation of a variety of foods in a hospital kitchen on the Alaska Pacific University Campus in Anchorage, AK. This role requires leadership, adherence to safety standards, and ability to work independently to ensure high-quality dining experiences for Dining & Catering Programs.

You will supervise kitchen staff, coordinate menus with the dining team, and ensure efficient operations while maintaining clean standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Municipality of Anchorage Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe contingent upon 30 days of hire.
• Three (3) years of documented sous chef experience working in a commercial kitchen supporting a food service operation in a restaurant, hotel, or hospital.
• Knowledge and training in using a variety of food production equipment.
• Able to work independently and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Contract requires employees to speak, understand, read, and write English.

Responsibilities

• Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Prepares a variety of proteins such as meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Ensures all catering activities and services are provided in a high quality, consistent, and cost-effective manner.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Meets with supervisors to discuss daily menus, issues, and problems.
• Supports an effective safety program.
• This position is responsible for the supervision of staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Management Team.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success may also be assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Municipality of Anchorage Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe

Job description

The Sous Chef position at NMS supports preparation, production, and quality presentation of a variety of foods in a hospital kitchen on the Alaska Pacific University Campus in Anchorage, AK. This role requires leadership, adherence to safety standards, and ability to work independently to ensure high-quality dining experiences for Dining & Catering Programs.

You will supervise kitchen staff, coordinate menus with the dining team, and ensure efficient operations while maintaining clean standards