SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

The University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) is a public research university located in Baltimore, Maryland, known for its commitment to innovation, diversity, and inclusive education. Within the university, the Chartwells Higher Ed dining services, part of Compass Group, is dedicated to providing high-quality, nutritious dining experiences to students, faculty, and staff. The team at Chartwells is focused on fostering a welcoming campus dining environment where associates are empowered to make a meaningful difference through their work. This establishment prides itself on competitive wages, ongoing training and development opportunities, and a culture that encourages growth and excellence in all areas of food service.

We are currently hiring full-time Sous Chefs to join the campus dining team at UMBC, located at 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD. This position offers an hourly wage range of $22 to $25 and includes a full-time schedule from Sunday through Saturday, 12:30 pm to 9:00 pm, with additional details provided during the interview process. This role is key in supporting the Executive Chef and ensuring that food preparation and kitchen operations run smoothly and efficiently. The Sous Chef will be responsible for cooking foods according to approved recipes and production standards, supervising hourly food service associates, and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and sanitation. The role requires a person who can thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage kitchen staff effectively, and maintain excellent customer service standards at all times.

The position involves overseeing food storage, inventory, and quality, ensuring proper food handling and presentation, and cleaning and maintaining equipment and workstations. The Sous Chef also resolves customer complaints in a professional and friendly manner and supports the team to meet deadlines during peak production and service hours. This role is perfect for a culinary professional with prior cooking and supervisory experience who enjoys working collaboratively in a campus dining setting and is passionate about delivering exceptional food service. Additionally, this job offers benefits such as paid time off, free uniforms, free meals, and access to a range of health and wellness programs, retirement plans, and multiple voluntary benefit options. Join this vibrant team to grow your culinary career while making a positive impact on campus life.