Sous Chef

Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $57,916.43 - $67,243.59

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Equal employment opportunity

Professional development opportunities

supportive work environment

Job Description

Upper Crust Food Service is a reputable food service company dedicated to serving the unique needs of Sororities and Fraternities across the country. Known for its commitment to freshness, quality, variety, and outstanding customer service, this company has built a strong reputation within collegiate communities. The company originated from a desire to improve consistency and professionalism within fraternity and sorority kitchens, addressing common challenges these establishments face regarding kitchen management and food preparation. Today, Upper Crust Food Service prepares tens of thousands of meals weekly for students nationwide, emphasizing excellent food quality and personalized service.

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Job Requirements

Ability to work well as part of a team
Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
Understand food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures
Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures
Be familiar with the industrys best practices

Job Qualifications

2+ years food service skills or related experience preferred
Experience with bulk food prep and production in a commercial kitchen setting
Ability to pass a background check
Valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work well as part of a team
Understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures
Familiarity with the industrys best practices

Job Duties

Work with the Head Chef, ensuring that food is prepared safely, efficiently, and according to specifications or requests
Collaborate with the Chef to create seasonal, relevant and evolving menu concepts
Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room including but not limited to tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range, refrigeration equipment, and floors
Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes, etc.
Help with unloading, inspecting, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies
Enforce sanitation and food safety standards per state and local regulations
Maintain a professional and positive attitude with coworkers and customers
Assist in planning and executing special events as directed by management
Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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