Sous Chef

The Chi chapter of Tri Delta at the University of Mississippi is actively looking for a Sous Chef who will collaborate with the Head Chef to improve meal presentation and operation of the kitchen in order to create a premier living experience for Tri Delta's collegiate members. 

The ideal candidate will be an experienced sous chef who is highly self-motivated with great attention to detail. The role will be responsible for operating the kitchen for five 8 hour shifts per week including weekends as assigned for special events. 

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are passionate about your work, and love being a part of a team, we would love for you to apply!

• Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Seasonal 
• Location: On-site  
• Supervised by: House Director & Head Chef
• Supervises: Assistant Cook and Kitchen Assistants 

  Why work for Tri Delta? 

• Excellent work environment and mission driven culture
• Daytime working hours
• Five 8 hour shifts per week  
• Paid Vacation & Holidays - 40 hours per semester
• Benefits including Health insurance, Retirement, & Life insurance 

*Please note that the Tri Delta offices will be closed for the holidays beginning Monday, December 22nd and reopen Monday, January 5th. We welcome applications during this period! We will review your applications and answer questions about the positions when we return in the new year. 

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:   

• Kitchen Management 
  • Collaborate with the supervisor to establish an orderly environment of the kitchen 
  • Ensure that the kitchen is clean daily, orderly and free from unnecessary hazards and dangers; regularly clean kitchen supplies, dishes, and utensils after use 
  • Prohibit residents from loitering in the kitchen 
  • Properly care for supplies and leftovers 
  • Ensure trash receptacles are emptied daily 
  • Manages the use and distribution pantry stock, kitchen supplies and equipment 
  • Report to the supervisor any action necessary to properly maintain the kitchen and its equipment; Advise when items or supplies need to be replaced and/or repaired and recommend capital improvements as needed throughout the year and when requested by the house corporation 
  • Ensure that planned meals are nutritiously balanced and healthy, and accommodate residents or meal plan participants with food allergies or specific dietary requirements 
  • Thoroughly check and store food and supplies that are delivered to the facility and promptly remit any purchase orders or purchase receipts from the food vendor to the supervisor
• Safety & Security 
  • Maintains safety, security, and emergency support for the kitchen environment to comply with all local, state and federal ordinances and adheres to food safety best practices 
  • Promptly notify the supervisor of any maintenance problems or unsafe conditions in or around the kitchen 
  • Observe kitchen and chapter rules, as determined by the chapter and house director 
  • Notify supervisor of any accidents or injuries while on duty, immediately 
• Administrative/General Responsibilities 
  • Reconcile and report all kitchen expenditures as outlined by the supervisor; operate within specified operating budget for meals and kitchen 
  • Follow expense approval and expense reporting processes and procedures 
  • Plans and manages the work schedule for the kitchen staff 
  • Submit work hours for payroll through an online payroll system 
  • Refrain from the use of alcohol or drugs in and around the chapter territory 
  • Attend scheduled staff meetings and any requested training sessions 

• 4 years of related experience
• Possesses a specialty or advanced certification in culinary arts or equivalent experience
• Possesses experience in large scale meal planning and kitchen management.
• Possesses staff relations, customer service, and safety standards skills.
• Preferred ServSafe Certified
• Possesses skills to operate a computer including web browsing, email, and Office products.
• Ability to speak and read English
• Meet specified physical requirements of lifting no more than 40 lbs, standing on the tile floor for long periods of time, and use of hands to handle and control tools.
• Ability to model, teach, and promote Tri Delta’s employee values
• Ability to use proper discretion and independent judgment in carrying out the primary roles and responsibilities of the position.

Tri Delta’s employees are called to kindness, appreciate each other’s unique abilities, and value diverse perspectives. We welcome candidates with a wide range of experiences, identities and viewpoints. At Tri Delta, we don’t just accept differences–we celebrate and support the diverse backgrounds and skills of our employees and believe that they make us stronger. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

Salary : $16 - $22