Sous Chef - Owens

Assist in the supervision and day to day operations of Owens kitchen under the direction of the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine. Responsibilities include assisting with food procurement, execution of menu plan, staff relations, safety and sanitation, and the maintenance of building and equipment. Assist in the supervision of employees to ensure all policies and procedures are followed at a high level of customer service at all times in the dining facility. Assists with food production to ensure recipes and food productions are of the highest standards. Any other job duties as assigned by assistant director, executive chef, and/or chef de cuisine.

• Graduate of an accredited culinary program with a minimum of an AOS degree or equivalent experience.
• Considerable knowledge of commercial kitchen and food service operations including food preparation.
• Supervision and management experience in a high-volume food service establishment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel and the public.
• Excellent supervision and leadership abilities.
• Excellent customer services skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and serve high volume/quality in a fast paced environment.

• Demonstrated knowledge of computers including Windows, Microsoft Office, Outlook, and automated food inventory systems.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP certification desired.
• Eligibility of Certified Chef de Cuisine (C.C.C.) or Certified Sous Chef (C.S.C.) through ACF.
• Certified nutrition, sanitation, hospitality management, culinary training, and bakery training preferred.

4

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Regular

Salary $43,888 - $47,000 and commensurate with experience

40

Open until filled.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check as well as a driving check with a safe driving record.

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