Sous-Chef

Gary, IN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $30,000.00 - $35,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

IMRF pension

paid sick days

Paid holidays

Generous fringe benefits

Job Description

T. F. North High School, recognized as a high-needs educational institution, is dedicated to providing a supportive and effective learning environment for students. Located within a community focused on growth and development, the school emphasizes not only academic excellence but also the well-being of its students and staff. Within this environment, the cafeteria operations play a crucial role in ensuring that students and staff are provided with nutritious and quality meals each day, supporting their health and learning capabilities. The school prides itself on maintaining a high standard of food service that meets rigorous health, safety, and quality guidelines. This... Show More

Job Requirements

Associate's degree in culinary arts, baking and pastry, culinary management or related field preferred
Cooking and production experience required
Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) or Food Service Sanitation Manager (FSSM) Certification required
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to communicate clearly with managers and kitchen personnel
Ability to actively supervise, motivate and correct employee performance
Ability to work well with limited supervision
Bilingual English-Spanish preferred
Must be aware of local, state and federal health and sanitation laws
Ability to speak, read, and understand basic cooking directions
Ability to use basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Ability to maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen environment

Job Qualifications

Associate's degree in culinary arts, baking and pastry, culinary management or related field preferred
Must be committed to maintaining food and beverage knowledge and quality service
Must have cooking and production experience
Must be aware of local, state and federal health and sanitation laws
Must hold a current Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) or Food Service Sanitation Manager (FSSM) Certification
Must have basic computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
Must be able to speak, read, and understand basic cooking directions
Must be able to use basic math, including but not limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

Job Duties

Ensure that all recipes and prepared meals meet the district's specifications and commitment to quality
Maintain a safe, orderly and sanitized kitchen by using proper food-handling techniques
Prepare daily production sheets
Prepare monthly inventory
Rotate daily par stock using the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method
Maintain daily Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) forms
Ensure that all stations remain stocked before and during each meal period
Verify that all recipes are followed and correct portions are served
Keep kitchen, dish, and storage areas cleaned and organized
Order food and supplies as directed
Maintain checkbook daily to properly manage district funds
Train employees to district standards
Set excellent work and service examples
Actively participate in cleaning and meal preparation as necessary
Manage staffing levels throughout shift
Balance the cash drawer and complete necessary paperwork at close of the day
Ensure the adequate amount of change daily for the cash drawer
Set up stations according to restaurant guidelines
Maintain a clean and sanitary work station/kitchen area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, sauté burners, steamer, convection oven, flat-top range, dry storage and refrigeration/freezer equipment
Open and close the kitchen properly and follow the checklist
Attend all scheduled staff meetings and bring suggestions for improvement
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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