SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education dining services is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join their team. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work at a prestigious university, where you will assist the Executive Chef in preparing delicious meals and managing kitchen operations. You will play a vital role in supervising staff, ensuring food safety, and providing excellent customer service. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this role offers competitive pay and benefits, making it a fantastic opportunity for culinary professionals looking to make a difference in a vibrant community.

Benefits

Retirement plans

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Wellness programs

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Qualifications

• Previous culinary and customer service experience required.
• Ability to manage kitchen staff and food service operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook foods according to approved recipes and standards.
• Supervise food service staff, including training and performance reviews.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and equipment.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Customer Service

Food Safety Standards

Inventory Management

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

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We are hiring immediately for full-time SOUS CHEF positions at Colgate University, located at 13 Oak Drive, Hamilton, NY 13346. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full-time. Days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Previous culinary and customer service experience required.

Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour.

Job Summary

Helps the 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 the Executive Chef.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Cook and prepare food following approved recipes and standards, meeting all deadlines based on production orders.
2. Supervise hourly food service staff, including interviewing, scheduling, training, and performance reviews.
3. Store food properly, adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
4. Ensure proper food handling, presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures.
5. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of equipment, workstations, and display areas.
6. Interact with customers to resolve complaints professionally and relay relevant information to supervisors.
7. Understand and explain menu items accurately to staff and customers.
8. Manage peak production and service hours effectively.
9. Monitor inventory, deliveries, and waste, and inform supervisors of low supplies.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

We invest in our people through training, development, and benefits, including:

• Retirement plans
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and flexible spending accounts
• Employee discounts and wellness programs

Full-time positions may also include additional benefits such as life insurance, disability coverage, and commuter benefits.

Additional Information

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants and maintain a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted continuously until filled.