SOUS CHEF 2- The Ohio State University Greek House Chefs

The hiring establishment is a food service operation affiliated with Greek House Chefs, an organization committed to delivering high-quality food preparation and culinary services primarily for Greek life events and other special functions. The company prides itself on maintaining impeccable kitchen cleanliness, adhering to strict health and safety standards, and offering consistently excellent food quality and presentation. Greek House Chefs operates in an environment that emphasizes teamwork, professional development, and effective management of kitchen operations. Their focus on customer satisfaction and vendor relationships highlights their dedication to maintaining a reputable culinary service within the specialized niche of fraternity and sorority associated events.

This role is for an Assistant Executive Chef, a pivotal position within the kitchen management team. The Assistant Executive Chef assists the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen activities including preparing, seasoning, and cooking dishes. This position plays an integral role in ensuring the kitchen operates smoothly by stepping in to effectively manage and supervise the kitchen operations whenever the Executive Chef is not present. Additionally, the Assistant Executive Chef aids with menu preparation, ensuring that every dish meets the quality and freshness standards required by the organization.

The role also involves overseeing kitchen inventory and stock, organizing ingredients under the first-in-first-out food rotation system to maintain freshness and quality, and ensuring that storage units and kitchen equipment meet all applicable standards. This person will lead and provide guidance to junior kitchen staff members, monitor food preparation and presentation standards, and assist with staff training and development initiatives.

Moreover, the Assistant Executive Chef must be fully available for up to three special events per semester, representing the kitchen team professionally in these high-profile scenarios. Communication is a critical part of this job, as the position requires reporting client feedback to the Executive Chef and upper management and maintaining professional relationships with vendors and clients. The role demands strong organizational skills, a high level of energy and stamina, and the ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure.

This position typically requires a combination of relevant culinary experience—about two years is preferred—and certifications such as ServSafe and a valid food handler's card if mandated by state regulations. The job also involves physical tasks such as standing and walking for long periods, lifting, and handling commercial kitchen tools and equipment. The Assistant Executive Chef is expected to wear a clean GHC Blue Embroidered chef coat and always maintain a professional appearance within the kitchen.

This is a unique career opportunity offering both operational and leadership development within the culinary industry. By joining Greek House Chefs as an Assistant Executive Chef, candidates will gain hands-on experience managing kitchen processes, improving food safety and quality, and leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced food service environment. The role supports personal growth in culinary arts and kitchen operations management while contributing to an organization known for its food quality and service excellence.