SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Unidine is a leading hospitality company that specializes in providing exceptional food services across various sectors including healthcare, senior living, and corporate dining. Known for its commitment to culinary excellence and customer satisfaction, Unidine is part of the Compass Group, a global leader in food service management. Unidine prides itself on creating memorable dining experiences that nourish both body and soul, employing a talented team of culinary professionals dedicated to innovation, quality, and service.

The company is currently seeking a full-time Sous Chef to join its culinary team at the University of Michigan Health West located in Wyoming, Michigan. This role offers an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals who possess a passion for food preparation and leadership within a vibrant, fast-paced healthcare environment. The position offers a fixed pay rate of $20.00 per hour and involves working a full-time schedule from Monday through Friday, with rotating weekends and variable hours ensuring a dynamic work week.

As a Sous Chef at Unidine, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the Executive Chef by preparing and cooking food according to approved recipes and maintaining high production standards. The role demands strong culinary skills combined with leadership abilities to coordinate the activities of cooks and food-service associates effectively. In the absence of the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef will assume full responsibility for kitchen operations and staff management, making critical decisions and ensuring smooth workflow.

This position requires a valid ServSafe certification along with previous culinary experience, emphasizing the importance of food safety, sanitation, and quality control in every aspect of the job. The Sous Chef will be actively involved in various administrative and supervisory duties, including interviewing, scheduling, training, payroll participation, and employee counseling. This multifaceted role ensures that the kitchen not only meets but exceeds customer expectations while adhering strictly to corporate, state, and federal standards for food safety and sanitation.

Working with Unidine means joining a fun, supportive, and growth-oriented environment. The company fosters a culture of teamwork and collaboration where culinary staff can thrive and make a significant impact. The Sous Chef will interact directly with customers to maintain high service standards and resolve any concerns promptly and courteously. Monitoring inventory, managing product deliveries, and tracking food production, consumption, and waste are also key responsibilities, supporting efficient kitchen operations and cost control.

Unidine offers a robust benefits package aimed at promoting wellness and financial security for its associates. Full-time positions come with medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, associates enjoy access to retirement plans, discount marketplaces, pet insurance, identity theft protection, legal services, and voluntary insurance options. Job security, ongoing professional development, and the chance to be part of a nationally recognized hospitality leader make this role highly attractive for culinary professionals seeking long-term career growth.

The role at the University of Michigan Health West facility represents an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading healthcare environment where food service is integral to patient and staff experience. The successful candidate will be part of a respected culinary team that values innovation, teamwork, and dedication to excellence, making every meal served a memorable experience. Applicants should be ready to commit to a challenging yet rewarding career path that offers stability, professional growth, and the chance to positively impact lives every day.