SOUS CHEF I - UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA (ARGOS)

Compass Group USA; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food service is seeking a Sous Chef I for the University of South Florida. This role is pivotal in overseeing culinary functions and ensuring operational goals are met while supporting staff development. The candidate will need extensive culinary experience and the ability to lead a team effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with health regulations.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of culinary experience, including 1 year in management.
• Experience in various food services like restaurants, hotels, or healthcare.
• ServSafe or Department of Health Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking various food items.
• Help plan and create menus.
• Motivate and train back-of-house staff.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Menu Planning

Training

Inventory Management

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SOUS CHEF I - UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA (ARGOS)

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Job Summary

As a Sous Chef I at University of South Florida, you will assist with the overall success of the food program and oversee culinary functions. Responsibilities include planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation, while adhering to client culture, health regulations, and company standards. You will also motivate, train, develop, and direct back-of-house staff to meet operational goals and ensure customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking various food items.
• Help plan and create menus.
• Implement new culinary programs with marketing and culinary teams.
• Manage cost controls and expenditures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

Additional Information

Apply now to Chartwells Higher Education. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, paid time off, and more.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. This job is active and accepting applications.