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SOUS CHEF 2- University of South Carolina Greek House Chefs

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $21.00 - $23.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
flexible schedule

Job Description

Greek House Chefs is a dynamic and well-established food service provider known for delivering exceptional culinary experiences to a wide variety of clients, including on-campus dining facilities and special events. As a dedicated company specializing in kitchen operations and food service management, Greek House Chefs prides itself on maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction. The company operates within the food service industry, catering to diverse tastes and preferences while upholding stringent health and safety regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable dining experience for all its customers. Greek House Chefs values experienced kitchen professionals who are passionate about culinary arts and committed to excellence in food preparation and service.

The role of Assistant Executive Chef at Greek House Chefs is integral to the smooth functioning of kitchen operations and culinary excellence. This position requires assisting the Executive Chef with managing daily kitchen activities such as preparing, seasoning, and cooking dishes, as well as ensuring quality and consistency in all meals served. The Assistant Executive Chef plays a key leadership role in the kitchen, effectively managing kitchen staff and operations in the absence of the Executive Chef. Responsibilities also include aiding with menu preparation, organizing kitchen stock and ingredients, monitoring ordering needs, and maintaining food freshness. Additionally, the Assistant Executive Chef ensures strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, conducts inspections to maintain kitchen cleanliness, and fosters a professional and cooperative environment among team members.

In this role, the Assistant Executive Chef is expected to provide guidance and training opportunities for junior kitchen staff, help maintain kitchen organization, and contribute to continuous improvement in food quality and service. The position also involves handling client and vendor communications, participating in special events, and ensuring all activities align with Greek House Chefs' standards and protocols. Candidates should have strong problem sensitivity, manual dexterity, and coordination skills, with the ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining composure and attention to detail. The job requires physical stamina and the ability to stand, walk, lift, and perform tasks involving manual dexterity throughout the workday.

Greek House Chefs offers a professional work environment where employees are encouraged to develop their culinary skills and advance their careers. The company requires the acquisition and maintenance of Serv Safe certification and, if applicable, a valid food handler's card. This role is ideal for culinary professionals with at least two years of relevant experience who are looking to take on a leadership position in a thriving kitchen setting. The Assistant Executive Chef must also be available for up to three special events per semester, which are key to the company's client engagement and service excellence. This is a full-time employment opportunity with competitive compensation, offering benefits that support employee well-being and professional growth.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to stand for over two-thirds of the time
  • Ability to walk for over two-thirds of the time
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds under one-third of the time
  • Availability to work during special events
  • Maintain a clean and pleasant appearance including wearing company chef coat
  • Compliance with all scheduling and time management protocols
  • Ability to work under very hot or cold environmental conditions
  • Willingness to transfer to other worksites as needed
  • Ability to communicate clearly and maintain professional relationships
  • Ability to manage and organize kitchen stock and food rotation
  • Must follow health and sanitation standards and procedures

Job Qualifications

  • No prior experience or training required
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant kitchen experience preferred
  • Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and manuals in English
  • Effective communication skills for interacting with customers and employees
  • Knowledge of workplace safety procedures
  • High energy and physical stamina
  • Ability to stay calm and work efficiently under pressure
  • Strong critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills
  • Ability to prioritize job duties and manage time effectively
  • Serv Safe certification acquired within first available class and maintained
  • Valid food handler's card if required by state

Job Duties

  • Ensures the overall cleanliness of kitchens meets and exceeds health and equipment cleaning standards
  • Performs periodic and regular inspections of kitchen to observe quality of food preparation and service
  • Leads kitchen team in chef's absence
  • Provides guidance to junior kitchen staff members
  • Oversees and organizes kitchen stock and ingredients when Executive Chef isn’t present
  • Ensures a first-in, first-out food rotation system and verifies food products are properly dated and organized
  • Keeps service line prepped and stocked before and during peak hours
  • Assists with supervising food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and standards
  • Works with head chef to maintain kitchen organization, staff ability, and training opportunities
  • Verifies that food storage units meet standards and are consistently well-managed
  • Assists Executive Chef with duties or tasks as needed
  • Holds availability for up to 3 special events per semester
  • Maintains a professional, clean appearance and chef coat in the kitchen
  • Communicates client feedback to chef and management
  • Receives deliveries and checks quantity and quality
  • Maintains professional relationships with vendors and clients
  • Follows scheduling and time management protocols
  • Assists in monitoring staff scheduling and time management
  • Washes and cleans raw food products and ensures proper rotation and hold time standards
  • Restocks items according to specifications
  • Transfers to other worksites as needed
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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