"Chef de Cuisine"

Job Summary

Serve as second-in-command to Executive Chef. Administer operations of kitchen to ensure quality presentation of food served. Meet standards established by Director of Culinary Operations for optimal production results.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef to ensure proper training of culinary team members
• Work with General Manager on scheduling culinary teams
• Make decisions on menu choices and new recipes
• Advise Sous Chef on food preparation and inspection
• Ensure all sanitation practices are being performed and executed on a daily basis

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

Five (5) or more years of related work experience OR two (2) or more years of related work experience with an Associate's degree or two years of post-secondary education Supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

Associate degree or equivalent vocational/technical training

ACF Certified culinarian or higher Culinary degree

Proposed Salary

$20.71 - $22.49 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Abilities

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to understand the use of food service equipment
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Ability to prepare food according to health and safety requirements

Knowledge

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Understanding of portion control
• Knowledge of safe food handling technique and tools
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques such as sauteing, broiling, frying, grilling, seasoning methods, and portion control

Skills

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

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