Sous Chef, Residential Dining

Chico, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $26.00 - $28.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
long term disability insurance
Retirement Plan

Job Description

The Associated Students of CSU, Chico is a dynamic campus auxiliary corporation dedicated to enhancing the university experience for students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. Operating with an annual budget exceeding $21 million, this organization manages various student programs, services, and essential business enterprises. These include residential and retail dining services, the Bell Memorial Union, the Wildcat Recreation Center (WREC), and the Wildcat Store (bookstore). In addition, the Associated Students support a wide range of initiatives such as Community Action Volunteers in Education (CAVE), Child Development Lab, Adventure Outings, Recycling, Sustainability programs, and student government activities. Employing over 100... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience
  • Two to four years of experience in high volume corporate, hotel, restaurant, or college food service
  • ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain
  • Valid California Driver's license or ability to obtain
  • Successful completion of background check including criminal records check
  • Post-offer pre-employment physical
  • Ability to work nights and weekends
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
  • Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Associate degree in culinary arts or four years of high volume food service experience
  • Knowledge of advanced culinary techniques
  • Understanding of food service production in volume environments
  • Familiarity with menu design, purchasing, food storage, and inventory management
  • Proficiency in food service equipment operations
  • Knowledge of food preparation, presentation, sanitation, and safety
  • Principles of supervision and employee development
  • Ability to inventory food and supplies effectively
  • Capacity to oversee receiving and storage
  • Experience in staff coordination, training, and evaluation
  • Skilled in menu development considering cost and customer satisfaction
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and menu planning software
  • Strong communication skills with diverse populations
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

Job Duties

  • Plan, direct, and supervise overall food production and quality control during shifts
  • Assist Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef with menu and recipe development
  • Select, train, supervise, and evaluate Kitchen Supervisors
  • Oversee training of production staff and direct their work as needed
  • Assist with purchasing and storage of food service items and supplies
  • Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and safe food preparation according to HACCP and local/state codes
  • Monitor customer levels to balance production demand and minimize leftover food
  • Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Comply with all personnel policies and safety procedures
  • Represent Dining Services to campus community, vendors, and the public
  • Perform other assigned duties

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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