Jr. Sous Chef

Provider Contract Food Service is a respected culinary and hospitality organization that has been delivering exceptional dining experiences for over 20 years. Our commitment to quality and excellence is evident through the dedication of our culinary team, resulting in delicious food that customers can truly savor. Our extensive operations include a variety of services such as Cafes, Catering, and Restaurants, collectively serving more than 30,000 meals per week. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of food preparation, service, and client satisfaction, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and continuous improvement. Currently, we are expanding our Food Service Team at our Arizona Christian University location in Arizona with an exciting opportunity for a Jr. Sous Chef. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between the front of the house and kitchen operations, ensuring seamless communication and coordination among culinary staff. The Jr. Sous Chef plays a crucial part in sustaining the quality and consistency of the food served by overseeing kitchen activities, handling food order management, and contributing to staff training and development. The Jr. Sous Chef is entrusted with responsibilities that include but are not limited to ordering and managing products, butchering proteins with precision, and overseeing daily kitchen discipline to maintain an efficient and productive environment. In collaboration with the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef, this position actively participates in preparing and assembling food while ensuring adherence to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines. The role demands a deep knowledge of cooking techniques, including the preparation of base sauces, stocks, soups, and compound sauces derived from mother sauces. Technical skills such as advanced knife handling and familiarity with specialized kitchen equipment like slicers, steamers, deep fryers, and grills are essential. Moreover, the Jr. Sous Chef is responsible for maintaining inventory control, preparing daily prep lists, and ensuring the kitchen adheres to food safety standards, including labeling, dating, and rotating food items following the first-in, first-out method. This position provides an excellent platform for culinary professionals with a minimum of five years of kitchen experience to grow and develop their careers within a supportive and dynamic environment. Competitive hourly pay between $18.00 and $25.00, paid vacation and sick time, medical benefits for full-time employees, discounted meals, flexible hours, and opportunities for career advancement underscore our commitment to employee well-being and professional growth. As an E Verify employer, we encourage qualified candidates who are passionate about culinary arts and dedicated to delivering excellence to apply for the Jr. Sous Chef position at our Arizona Christian University location. Join us in continuing our legacy of culinary excellence and customer satisfaction.