SOUS CHEF - TOWERS MARKETPLACE

Ithaca College; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare including vision and dental

Generous Paid Time Off Policies

403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution

Flexible Work Plans

Educational Benefits

Career-Enhancing Trainings

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring a Sous Chef for Towers Social and Eatery. This role involves overseeing daily culinary operations, managing the culinary team, and ensuring high-quality dish preparation and presentation. Responsibilities include menu development, food safety compliance, and training staff.

Candidates should have culinary experience in dining halls or restaurants, organizational skills, and the ability to work a flexible schedule. Health benefits, generous paid time off, and career development opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• 3 years of culinary and catering experience in relevant establishments.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Strong knife skills and ability to demonstrate cooking.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of hot food production and menu planning.
• Assist in developing menus and ensure recipe adherence.
• Provide support and training to culinary team members.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Customer service skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cooking equipment

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Job Summary

The Towers Sous Chef serves as the secondary culinary leader overseeing the daily operations of Towers Social and Eatery. This role is responsible for helping to manage and direct the culinary team, ensuring accountability for the precise preparation, portioning, cooking, and presentation of high-quality dishes. Key responsibilities include training, recipe adherence, proper food safety and preparation, and assisting the Executive Sous Chef in Unit goals and objectives. The Sous Chef will help with menu development, seasonal rotations, and coordination of catering events. This position is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and positive work environment that promotes productivity and professional growth.

Supervision

This position reports to the Unit Manager and to the Executive Sous Chef.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of hot food production for daily operations, including menu planning, purchasing, ordering, and inventory to ensure the possession of appropriate equipment, inventory, and resources to perform and meet goals and deadlines.
• Ensure that menu items are consistently prepared and plated with exceptional focus and attention to detail.
• Collaborate with the Executive Sous Chef on menu and recipe development, flavor profiles, and plating standards and aid in developing future menus.
• Help to arrange daily operations to ensure the success of culinary teammates.
• Provide direct, in-person support of culinary team members to propel and inspire accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with all HACCP plans and protocols.
• Motivate, encourage, and support staff performance through hands-on coaching and training.
• Guarantee culinary team members accurately and efficiently complete required production for service stations.
• Assist with operational logistics, including food transportation, set-up, and break-down.
• Provide culinary support to various events on campus that may fall outside of normal scheduled hours.
• Prepare food per applicable federal, state, and cultural standards, as well as guidelines and regulations, to yield high-quality food service.
• Safely utilize and operate utensils and equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records to plan production accurately.
• Clean and sanitize all workstations and equipment and follow Ithaca College and regulatory rules and procedures.
• Attend all required training sessions, including allergy, foodborne illness, and safety training.
• Perform coaching and supervision of student, professional, and other staff members, in conjunction with the unit manager and Executive Sous Chef.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and three years of culinary and catering experience in a college/university dining hall, a restaurant, or other relevant establishment, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Superior organization and time management skills.
• Detail-focused and excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient knowledge of food preparation, cooking processes, equipment, and myriad cuisines.
• Adept food handling and food safety skills, HACCP execution, and allergen knowledge.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, overtime, and some holidays.
• Capacity to read and follow written and electronic recipes, including working within the database to create menu cycles and new recipes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to provide excellent customer service while working effectively and respectfully within a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrate proficient knife skills and complete a cooking demonstration as part of the interview process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional education and experience, including collegiate/university food service and catering.
• ServSafe Certification.
• Technological proficiency in food, business, and beverage platforms.

Work Environment

The Executive Sous Chef completes work within an accessible, safe, indoor, and occasional outdoor environment. Long periods of walking, standing, bending, and carrying moderately heavy items (up to 50 pounds) may be necessary. Employees will be issued and/or required to wear slip-resistant shoes and cut gloves.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at the listed contact information.

Hiring Rate

$24 per hour

Benefits

• Healthcare including vision and dental
• Generous Paid Time Off Policies
• 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution
• EAP
• Flexible Work Plans
• Educational Benefits
• Career-Enhancing Trainings

Additional Information

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated. Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position. This position is 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. The position is considered essential during emergency situations and the incumbent may be required to report to work. The college may conduct a criminal background check as a condition of employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.

About Us

At Ithaca College, a comprehensive residential campus community of approximately 5,000 students, we strive to be at the forefront of the higher education landscape. We seek candidates who embrace integrative learning and want to be part of this exciting time in Ithaca College history. We welcome diverse points of view and look for candidates with unique life experiences. Our campus is a vibrant and rewarding community where diverse minds can learn, succeed, and excel.