Are you looking for a job with competitive wages and benefits, one in which you can learn and grow while making a difference in the world? We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef for our prestigious University with a background in scratch environments and who has a passion for people and sustainable food practices. If this sounds like you, let's talk!

Sous Chef Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions
• 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

Sous Chef Qualifications

• 3 years of related culinary experience including 2 years at the management level
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, 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

Sous Chef Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• 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 are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person's age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.   JOB ID: 141699 #post

Phil Fox