SOUS CHEF I

Davita Inc.; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is hiring a Sous Chef I to oversee culinary functions at Marywood University. This full-time role involves preparing food, planning menus, and managing kitchen staff while ensuring quality and adherence to health regulations. The position offers competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Free shift meal

Coffee

Parking

Training opportunities

Health and Wellness Programs

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• 5 years of culinary experience, including 1 year in management.
• Knowledge of food trends, quality, sanitation, safety, cost controls.
• Ability to set up and distribute production sheets.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking various food items.
• Help plan and create menus.
• Manage cost controls and expenditures.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Management

Culinary Arts

Sanitation

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Location: Marywood University

We are hiring immediately for a Sous Chef I position.

Address: 2300 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full-time, flexible hours with some weekends required.

Requirement: Experience in culinary arts and people management.

Salary: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00

Perks: Free shift meal, coffee, parking, easy access to public transportation, training opportunities!

We make applying easy! To apply via text, send JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID 1425533.

The program is a conversational recruiting assistant. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms: http://olivia.paradox.ai/moSkg

Application Deadline: Applications are ongoing until all openings are filled. Declined applicants may be considered for future opportunities and are welcome to reapply.

Join our campus team where you are valued and empowered. Enjoy competitive wages, benefits, and perks like Instapay through the One @Work app. Our careers promote learning, growth, and meaningful impact. Apply today!

Job Summary

As a Sous Chef I, you will assist in the success of the food program and oversee culinary functions. Responsibilities include planning, ordering, inventory, and food prep, ensuring adherence to client culture, health regulations, and company standards for quality, freshness, and presentation. You will also motivate, train, develop, and direct back-of-house staff to meet operational objectives and satisfy customers, clients, and management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist in preparing and cooking various food items.
2. Help plan and create menus.
3. Implement new culinary programs with the marketing and culinary team.
4. Manage cost controls and expenditures.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5 years of culinary experience, including 1 year in management.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, healthcare, or related food services.
• Knowledge of food trends, quality, sanitation, safety, cost controls, and presentation.
• Ability to set up and distribute production sheets.
• Leadership, training, management, and coaching skills.
• ServSafe or Department of Health Certification preferred.
• Computer skills, including MS Office and Excel.
• Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts preferred.

The Benefits

We invest in our people with training, development, and benefits such as:

• Retirement Plan
• Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Auto, Home)

Full-time positions also offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Additional benefits may apply based on location and employment status.

Additional Information

This role involves services in educational facilities; periods of no work may occur during breaks, possibly unpaid. Business needs may require year-round work at different locations.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fairness and diversity. Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions with or without accommodations. This job post is not exhaustive; responsibilities and requirements may change based on business needs.

Applications are accepted continuously. Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.