"Sous Chef"

Job Details

Sous Chef

Job ID: 293681

Location: Georgia Southern - Savannah

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Department Information

Dining Services

Job Summary

Oversee daily operations and ensure quality presentation of all food served to meet the standard established by the Director of Culinary Excellence. Assist Chef de Cuisine to ensure proper training of all culinary team members for optimal production results.

Responsibilities

• Prepares daily production list and verify that culinary staff follow all recipes and portion control
• Ensures all culinary production areas are clean and organized
• Ensures adherence to sanitation rules and regulations
• Assists General Manager, Executive Chef, and Chef de Cuisine in planning food production levels and staffing needs

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

• Three (3) years of related work experience or one (1) year of related work experience with an Associate's Degree

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in culinary arts

Proposed Salary

$20.00 per hour

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

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• 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 comply with food safety rules and equipment, sanitation and health standards
• Ability to prepare food according to health and safety standards
• Ability to work with limited supervision

KNOWLEDGE

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

SKILLS

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

Apply Before Date

January 31, 2026

Application review may begin as early as January 6, 2026.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.