University Sous Chef

We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our prestigious University team. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for assisting with the overall success of our food program and overseeing culinary functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation
• Adhere to the client's culture and guidelines, the Health Department's regulations, and the company's standards and expectations of food quality, freshness, and presentation
• Motivate, train, develop, and direct the back-of-house associates preparing and cooking foods to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the customers, clients, and management
• Assist with planning and creating new menu items
• Assist with managing cost controls and controlling expenditures

Requirements:

• 3 years of related culinary experience, including 2 years at the management level
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, healthcare, and/or related food service operations
• Large volume and batch cooking experience required
• Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation
• Ability to set up and distribute production sheets
• Supervisory, leadership, training, management, and coaching skills
• ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred
• Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Excel
• An associate's degree in Culinary Arts is preferred

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance/AD
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plan
• Associate shopping program
• Health and wellness programs
• Discount marketplace
• Pet insurance
• Voluntary benefits, including critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal services, and choice auto and home program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

At Goodwin Recruiting, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive work environment for all employees and clients. We take pride in our core values and strive to establish game-changing partnerships with employers and job seekers alike.