Sous-chef

Portland, OR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $53,000.00 - $71,600.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

equal opportunity employment

Job Description

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is a leading public academic health center in the Pacific Northwest. Renowned for its commitment to innovative healthcare, research, and education, OHSU fosters an inclusive and diverse work environment dedicated to delivering the highest standards of patient care. The university operates a comprehensive food and nutrition department that supports its healthcare mission by providing nutritious, safe, and high-quality food services across its facilities. This department emphasizes sustainability, cleanliness, and adherence to the highest food safety standards to ensure an exceptional dining experience for all patients, employees, and visitors.

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Job Requirements

An Oregon food handler's card or equivalent
Food Protection Manager Certification within six months of hire
Formal culinary training through cooking school, professional culinary institute, or 2- or 4-year college degree program in hospitality or culinary arts
Three years of working chef experience in a high volume environment or five years of chef experience
Must be available for various shifts primarily day or swing in a 24/7 operation
Ability to stand for 4 or more hours continuously
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
Ability to push or pull carts weighing 100-150 lbs
Frequent bending, reaching, and handling sharp tools
Ability to perform twisting, climbing, and crawling as needed

Job Qualifications

Formal culinary training through cooking school, professional culinary institute, or 2- or 4-year degree program in hospitality or culinary arts
Three years of working chef experience in a high volume environment or five years of chef experience
Food Protection Manager Certification within six months of hire
Strong interpersonal communication skills, verbal and written
Basic nutrition and sustainability training from a registered dietitian or approved program
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Publisher
Customer Service training for patient care or equivalent

Job Duties

Coordinate all production activities for all cafe meal service periods
Manage production levels to ensure adequate food preparation and minimize waste
Oversee production of all retail menu items ensuring strict adherence to recipes and HACCP standards
Manage HACCP procedures and implement corrective actions as needed
Ensure kitchen cleanliness and proper food disposal meeting sanitary standards
Assign cleaning schedules and record completion of tasks
Manage meals on demand display cooking with training for food service workers
Distribute workload equally among staff and adjust schedules as needed
Assist with scheduling, training, and sanitation compliance
Attend weekly manager meetings and support leadership and safety teams
Schedule daily tasks and assignments for retail production team
Support online ordering processes in the absence of purchasing agent
Coordinate with purchasing agent for supply planning
Monitor equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs
Participate in employee recognition programs
Support sustainability efforts including recycling and food waste composting
Perform additional duties as assigned

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