SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free shift meal

Shoes

Uniform

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services in Hamden, CT is hiring immediately for a Sous Chef. The role supports the Executive Chef, coordinates cooks and food-service staff, and ensures production deadlines are met.

Schedule is full-time, with days/evenings and weekend shifts; pay ranges from $22.00 to $25.00 per hour, plus a $500 sign-on after 6 months. Located at Quinnipiac University, this position requires previous food-service experience and a commitment to sanitation and quality.

Qualifications

• Previous food service experience required.
• Supervises hourly food service associates and coordinates cooks and staff.
• Demonstrates sanitation and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares food following recipes and production standards.
• Supervises hourly food service associates including scheduling and training.
• Stores food following sanitation procedures and maintains portion control.

Skills

Food service experience

Job description

We are hiring immediately for a SOUS CHEF position.

Address: 275 Mt. Carmel Ave. Hamden, CT 06518 Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full Time Schedule: days/evenings available plus a weekend shift. More detail upon interview!

Requirement: Previous food service experience required.

Pay Range: $22.00 per hour to $25.00 per hour.

$500 Sign on - after 6 months!

Location: Quinnipiac University

Perks: free shift meal shoes, & uniform!

Job Summary

Helps Executive Chef prepare and cook foods. Coordinates activities of cooks and other food-service associates. Assumes responsibility for kitchen and food-service associates in the absence of Executive Chef.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares food following approved recipes and production standards. Ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders.
• Supervises hourly food service associates. Includes interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action, as appropriate.
• Stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures.
• Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils. Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area. Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to comply with all sanitation, safety, production and merchandising requirements.
• Interacts with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner. Relays relevant information directly to supervisor.
• Demonstrates complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them to associates and customers.
• Keeps up with peak production and service hours.
• Monitors inventory and deliveries of product and supplies. Tracks product production, consumption and waste. Informs supervisor when supplies or product are low.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.