Sous Chef
Dining Service
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JOB SUMMARY: The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in evening food production operations for Gustavus Dining Service, which operates year-round. This position oversees a high-volume kitchen and staff, ensuring consistent food quality, safety, and efficiency during PM shifts. The Sous Chef will collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Catering Sous Chef to support the overall success of campus dining and enhance the guest experience.
Gustavus Dining is a unique part of the hospitality industrywhile some months are fast-paced and high volume, others allow for slower periods, offering staff more flexibility, downtime, and vacation opportunities, especially during the summer months.
We're looking for a dependable, self-motivated, and hard-working individual who's excited to join a dedicated team in a dynamic and mission-driven campus environment. If that sounds like you, apply below and bring your leadership to our kitchen team!
Employment Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE), Non-exempt (Hourly), Benefits-Eligible
Pay Rate: $18.50-21.50 per hour
Typical Schedule: 11am-7:30pm during the academic year (summer may vary), Tuesday - Saturday w/ some required overtime on Mondays.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in supervising and supporting the afternoon and evening operations of the kitchen staff, including full-time team members and student employees.
Oversee the preparation and presentation of a wide variety of menu items, including meat-based, vegetarian, and vegan.
Prepare meals using commercial kitchen equipment such as steamers, convection ovens, tilt skillets, steam kettles, fryers, and grills.
Develop and test creative, seasonal, and culturally inclusive recipes that support diverse student needs and campus sustainability goals.
Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and allergen awareness protocols in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Foster a collaborative, respectful, and educational environment for student workers by providing on-the-job mentoring and skill development.
Support the Executive Chef with menu planning and quality control as needed.
Step into a leadership role in the Executive Chef's absence, ensuring continuity in kitchen operations and service delivery.
Prerequisites
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
3+ years of experience in a high-volume kitchen environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
Proficiency in scratch cooking techniques and batch production.
ServSafe certification (will train within 6 months of hire).
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Culinary degree.
Experience in catering.
Familiarity with menu planning for diverse dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-sensitive meals.
Strong communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative and inclusive mindset.
Working Conditions:
Fast-paced kitchen environment requiring standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and working near hot equipment.
Includes weekends and special campus events, as required.
Gustavus offers competitive and comprehensive benefits which include:
Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
Onsite health services
Free parking, exercise classes, and use of library and athletic facilities
Paid parental leave
Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
Tuition scholarships for dependents
Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse
13 paid Holidays + generous PTO plan
One free meal during shift in the Market Place
Dining Service
Home
Openings: 1
Description
JOB SUMMARY: The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in evening food production operations for Gustavus Dining Service, which operates year-round. This position oversees a high-volume kitchen and staff, ensuring consistent food quality, safety, and efficiency during PM shifts. The Sous Chef will collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Catering Sous Chef to support the overall success of campus dining and enhance the guest experience.
Gustavus Dining is a unique part of the hospitality industrywhile some months are fast-paced and high volume, others allow for slower periods, offering staff more flexibility, downtime, and vacation opportunities, especially during the summer months.
We're looking for a dependable, self-motivated, and hard-working individual who's excited to join a dedicated team in a dynamic and mission-driven campus environment. If that sounds like you, apply below and bring your leadership to our kitchen team!
Employment Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE), Non-exempt (Hourly), Benefits-Eligible
Pay Rate: $18.50-21.50 per hour
Typical Schedule: 11am-7:30pm during the academic year (summer may vary), Tuesday - Saturday w/ some required overtime on Mondays.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in supervising and supporting the afternoon and evening operations of the kitchen staff, including full-time team members and student employees.
Oversee the preparation and presentation of a wide variety of menu items, including meat-based, vegetarian, and vegan.
Prepare meals using commercial kitchen equipment such as steamers, convection ovens, tilt skillets, steam kettles, fryers, and grills.
Develop and test creative, seasonal, and culturally inclusive recipes that support diverse student needs and campus sustainability goals.
Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and allergen awareness protocols in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Foster a collaborative, respectful, and educational environment for student workers by providing on-the-job mentoring and skill development.
Support the Executive Chef with menu planning and quality control as needed.
Step into a leadership role in the Executive Chef's absence, ensuring continuity in kitchen operations and service delivery.
Prerequisites
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
3+ years of experience in a high-volume kitchen environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
Proficiency in scratch cooking techniques and batch production.
ServSafe certification (will train within 6 months of hire).
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Culinary degree.
Experience in catering.
Familiarity with menu planning for diverse dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-sensitive meals.
Strong communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative and inclusive mindset.
Working Conditions:
Fast-paced kitchen environment requiring standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and working near hot equipment.
Includes weekends and special campus events, as required.
Gustavus offers competitive and comprehensive benefits which include:
Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
Onsite health services
Free parking, exercise classes, and use of library and athletic facilities
Paid parental leave
Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
Tuition scholarships for dependents
Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse
13 paid Holidays + generous PTO plan
One free meal during shift in the Market Place
Job ID: 487472773
Originally Posted on: 7/31/2025
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