Chef de Cuisine

Seattle, WA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Exact $84,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Job Description

The University of Washington (UW) is a renowned public research university located in Seattle, Washington. It offers a unique work environment where employees have the opportunity to impact lives on campus, within the state, and globally. UW is committed to fostering an atmosphere rich in diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. The university has a large staff team that brings boundless energy, creative problem-solving, and dedication to advancing knowledge and improving health worldwide. Employees enjoy excellent benefits and professional growth opportunities in an inclusive and stimulating work setting.

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Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or related field
two years of sous chef-level management experience
leadership experience in high-volume restaurant or university dining
proficiency with Microsoft Office
effective interpersonal and communication skills
ability to manage kitchen operations and food safety
possession of Washington State Food Handler’s Card
ServSafe certification within three months of hire
valid Washington State Driver’s License
satisfactory employment reference and education verification
ability to lift up to 25 pounds
willingness to maintain daily onsite work presence
ability to travel to different campus sites
adherence to HFS and UW policies and union contracts
commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or related field
two years of sous chef-level management experience in culinary operations
leadership experience in high-volume seated restaurant, hotel, or university dining venue
effective execution of cook to order menu items
depth in kitchen management and food and labor cost controls
proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and communication skills
experience in training and supervising staff
ability to address performance issues using progressive corrective action
certification by a recognized culinary institution is desirable
valid Washington Driver’s License and Washington State Food Handler’s Card recommended

Job Duties

Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with students, guests, and department colleagues
lead weekly culinary planning and production meetings
monitor unit safety, cash handling, customer service, and food safety performance
manage inventory from ordering to utilization including purchasing and distribution
maintain proper resource controls including cash, inventory, and labor
train staff in food preparation, production, and display
design and implement quality control measures to ensure consistent taste, presentation, and food safety
supervise culinary staff and conduct ongoing performance appraisals
support recipe input and validation process for dining systems
respond to customer feedback and complaints appropriately

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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