Sous Chef, UM Campus Dining
University of Montana
in Missoula, MT
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Type: Full-Time
Salary: $20.37 Hourly
Posted: 06/12/2025
Application Due: 06/24/2025
Category: Food Services
Sous Chef, UM Campus Dining
Salary: $20.37 Hourly
Location: Missoula Mountain Campus
Job Type: UM Dining Hourly Staff Full-time
Job Number: 202400031
Sector: UM VP Student Success & Campus Life
Department: Campus Dining, UM
Closing Date: 6/24/2025 12:00 AM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Bargaining Unit: 09 - FOCUS-MFPE
Description
UM Campus Dining invites applications for two (2) Sous Chefs to work in the new Lodge Dining Center.
As a Sous Chef, you'll manage daily food preparation and ensure that standardized recipes from our food management system are accurately followed. Be involved in the complete culinary process-from creating and producing a variety of recipes to supervising kitchen staff, including student and classified employees. In this role, you'll support Campus Dining's high standards by overseeing recipe audits, e excellent quality, and proper food handling skills.
You'll bring experience with high-volume cooking, training, and recipe development, using your background to foster a positive, efficient, and safe kitchen environment. Your familiarity with food service equipment, menu presentation, and diverse cuisines will allow you to contribute meaningfully to our dining programs and enhance the overall guest experience.
What You Bring to the Team:
Strong supervisory and management skills
Proficiency with a range of kitchen equipment and knowledge of ethnic cuisines
Experience in training staff, with an emphasis on display cooking and guest engagement
Knowledge of food safety (free ServSafe certification provided within one year)
Ability to handle food purchasing, storage, and inventory for varied menu needs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Why Work with Us?
An amazing insurance package to keep you covered
Free shift meals so you can enjoy the food you help create
A partial tuition waiver, benefiting you or your immediate family
A safe and respectful work environment that celebrates diversity
Professional growth with opportunities for advancement
A retirement plan to support your future
The Lodge Dining Center at the University of Montana is looking for a skilled sous chef to bring leadership, culinary talent, and innovation to our kitchen. This role is vital to the safe production, presentation, and quality of our food. Serving a diverse university community of over 10,000 students, faculty, staff, and visitors, The Lodge Dining Center is UM's largest dining facility, hosting high-volume daily operations and special events. The Lodge Dining Center, with its seven micro-restaurants, roof decks, and inviting spaces, is more than just a place to eat-it's a community hub that fosters connection and culinary excellence. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences, contributing to the University of Montana's campus life, and shaping the future of dining at The Lodge.
Minimum Qualifications
Professional supervisory experience
Experience with high volume food service operations or fast past private food service operations
Experience with display cooking and presenting menus to guests
Experience with effectively training employees
ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of employment (Employer Provides)
Must have the ability to maintain a positive attitude and be able to work within a diverse workforce
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent (GED) and two (2) years of a food service experience in kitchens, preferably with high-volume operations
Experience with recipe and menu development and production of high-quality food
Additional Information
Position Number: NEW
Compensation Title: Culinary Services Supervisor II
Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Shifts varies upon unit need, 12 months/year
Probationary Period: Six months minimum
Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
Screening of applications will begin immediately; Applications will continue to be accepted until all positions are filled.
complete application Includes:
Detailed Resume - listing education and describing work experience
Three (3) Professional References - names and contact information
The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of "mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
The Affiliation of the University of Montana (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM's non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information.
Testing: Individual hiring departments withing the UM Affiliation may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.
Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).
To apply, please visit
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University of Montana
in Missoula, MT
Apply Now
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $20.37 Hourly
Posted: 06/12/2025
Application Due: 06/24/2025
Category: Food Services
Sous Chef, UM Campus Dining
Salary: $20.37 Hourly
Location: Missoula Mountain Campus
Job Type: UM Dining Hourly Staff Full-time
Job Number: 202400031
Sector: UM VP Student Success & Campus Life
Department: Campus Dining, UM
Closing Date: 6/24/2025 12:00 AM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Bargaining Unit: 09 - FOCUS-MFPE
Description
UM Campus Dining invites applications for two (2) Sous Chefs to work in the new Lodge Dining Center.
As a Sous Chef, you'll manage daily food preparation and ensure that standardized recipes from our food management system are accurately followed. Be involved in the complete culinary process-from creating and producing a variety of recipes to supervising kitchen staff, including student and classified employees. In this role, you'll support Campus Dining's high standards by overseeing recipe audits, e excellent quality, and proper food handling skills.
You'll bring experience with high-volume cooking, training, and recipe development, using your background to foster a positive, efficient, and safe kitchen environment. Your familiarity with food service equipment, menu presentation, and diverse cuisines will allow you to contribute meaningfully to our dining programs and enhance the overall guest experience.
What You Bring to the Team:
Strong supervisory and management skills
Proficiency with a range of kitchen equipment and knowledge of ethnic cuisines
Experience in training staff, with an emphasis on display cooking and guest engagement
Knowledge of food safety (free ServSafe certification provided within one year)
Ability to handle food purchasing, storage, and inventory for varied menu needs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Why Work with Us?
An amazing insurance package to keep you covered
Free shift meals so you can enjoy the food you help create
A partial tuition waiver, benefiting you or your immediate family
A safe and respectful work environment that celebrates diversity
Professional growth with opportunities for advancement
A retirement plan to support your future
The Lodge Dining Center at the University of Montana is looking for a skilled sous chef to bring leadership, culinary talent, and innovation to our kitchen. This role is vital to the safe production, presentation, and quality of our food. Serving a diverse university community of over 10,000 students, faculty, staff, and visitors, The Lodge Dining Center is UM's largest dining facility, hosting high-volume daily operations and special events. The Lodge Dining Center, with its seven micro-restaurants, roof decks, and inviting spaces, is more than just a place to eat-it's a community hub that fosters connection and culinary excellence. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences, contributing to the University of Montana's campus life, and shaping the future of dining at The Lodge.
Minimum Qualifications
Professional supervisory experience
Experience with high volume food service operations or fast past private food service operations
Experience with display cooking and presenting menus to guests
Experience with effectively training employees
ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of employment (Employer Provides)
Must have the ability to maintain a positive attitude and be able to work within a diverse workforce
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent (GED) and two (2) years of a food service experience in kitchens, preferably with high-volume operations
Experience with recipe and menu development and production of high-quality food
Additional Information
Position Number: NEW
Compensation Title: Culinary Services Supervisor II
Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Shifts varies upon unit need, 12 months/year
Probationary Period: Six months minimum
Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
Screening of applications will begin immediately; Applications will continue to be accepted until all positions are filled.
complete application Includes:
Detailed Resume - listing education and describing work experience
Three (3) Professional References - names and contact information
The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of "mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
The Affiliation of the University of Montana (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM's non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information.
Testing: Individual hiring departments withing the UM Affiliation may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.
Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).
To apply, please visit
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Job ID: 481744932
Originally Posted on: 6/18/2025
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