Executive Chef Assistant

3 weeks ago


Houston, Texas, United States Rice University Full time
Job Summary:

The Sous Chef at Rice University is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in coordinating and supervising food production activities for a servery. This role requires a high level of leadership and staff management skills, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise all food production for assigned servery
Support the preparation of food products within a servery by guiding the production staff through culinary training in the proper methods of food preparation, appearance, portion control, and presentation techniques
Coordinate staff and oversee food preparation, delivery, and setup for special catering functions as needed
Assist the Executive Chef with the planning and scheduling of production and labor
Assist the Executive Chef with yearly performance appraisals for the production staff
Assist the Executive Chef in maintaining product rotation and inventory
Assist the Executive Chef in creating servery budgetary objectives for food, labor, and supply costs
Maintain unit in full compliance with City Health Code and guide cooking staff in the proper methods of sanitation and safety
Work with the Executive Chef to create recipes and menus as well as upgrade menu files

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent
Three years related experience in commercial hospitality or similar field
Certified Food Handler's Permit as issued by the City of Houston Health Department within 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate's degree
Certified Sous Chef Certification from the American Culinary Federation

Work Environment:

This is an on-campus position, requiring all duties to be performed in-person at Rice University. The work environment is a commercial kitchen and includes exposure to temperature extremes. Work hazards include exposure to chemicals, wet floors, dangerous equipment, and hot oil, steam, and water.

Benefits:

Rice University offers a competitive salary range of $23.41 to $25.00, contingent upon qualifications and experience. Non-exempt (hourly) positions under FLSA are eligible for overtime.
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