Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $35.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Opportunities for training and development
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
voluntary benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
Seattle University is a prestigious private Jesuit university located in the heart of Seattle, Washington. Known for its commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and social justice, Seattle University offers a diverse and inclusive environment where students, faculty, and staff are empowered to make meaningful contributions both locally and globally. With a vibrant campus life and innovative educational programs, the university fosters a collaborative and supportive atmosphere that encourages personal and professional growth.
The university is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled full-time Chef to join its campus dining team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality culinary experiences to students, faculty, and visitors. The chef will be responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating kitchen operations, food production, and food-service associates. This position offers a competitive pay range of $32.00 to $35.00 per hour and requires previous experience as a sous chef or Chef De Cuisine, particularly with banquets and plated catering functions. The work schedule is full-time with flexibility based on catering demands.
As a Chef at Seattle University, you will play a leadership role in supervising kitchen staff, managing food preparation and presentation, and maintaining strict hygiene and safety standards. Your expertise will help craft exceptional menus that meet the diverse needs of the campus community. The university values teamwork, creativity, and a passion for culinary excellence, making this a rewarding opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to work in an educational setting. Benefits include comprehensive training programs, retirement plans, health and wellness initiatives, and various insurance options, supporting both personal and career development within a vibrant community.
The university is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled full-time Chef to join its campus dining team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality culinary experiences to students, faculty, and visitors. The chef will be responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating kitchen operations, food production, and food-service associates. This position offers a competitive pay range of $32.00 to $35.00 per hour and requires previous experience as a sous chef or Chef De Cuisine, particularly with banquets and plated catering functions. The work schedule is full-time with flexibility based on catering demands.
As a Chef at Seattle University, you will play a leadership role in supervising kitchen staff, managing food preparation and presentation, and maintaining strict hygiene and safety standards. Your expertise will help craft exceptional menus that meet the diverse needs of the campus community. The university values teamwork, creativity, and a passion for culinary excellence, making this a rewarding opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to work in an educational setting. Benefits include comprehensive training programs, retirement plans, health and wellness initiatives, and various insurance options, supporting both personal and career development within a vibrant community.
Job Requirements
- Prior sous chef and/or Chef De Cuisine experience with banquets and plated catering functions required
- Ability to work full time with flexible schedule depending on catering needs
- Must be able to supervise and coordinate kitchen staff
- Capable of handling food preparation, presentation and inventory management
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Job Qualifications
- Prior sous chef and/or Chef De Cuisine experience with banquets and plated catering functions
- Experience supervising and training kitchen staff
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to prepare food according to standardized recipes
- Strong organizational and leadership skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Job Duties
- Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in preparing, cooking and serving food
- Ensures all food handling, sanitation and customer service standards are met
- Supervises hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action
- Efficiently prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules
- Ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures
- Tracks food use, waste and consumption to requisition or purchase product
- Receives and inspects product and supplies for quality and quantity to ensure appropriate inventory
- Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils
- Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area
- Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, production and merchandising requirements
- Helps select and develop recipes and menus
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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