What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commissary Chef, Sewanee Dining position at Sewanee?
Depends on Qualifications
Sewanee, TN
Staff Full-Time
202100519
Finance & Treasurer
Business Services - Sewanee Dining - McClurg
05/28/2026
Position Overview
Primary Function
Employee performs semi-skilled work in preparing and cooking a variety of foods for the dining hall. Work involves preparing and cooking a wide variety of foods, some of which may require special techniques and care to ensure proper serving and cost reduction.
Position Appointment Details:
- Career Band: NE4
- Full-Time
Position Description
Typical Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prepares and cooks a variety of foodstuffs.
- Operates standard cooking equipment, such as mixers, steamers, toasters, fryers, ovens, grills, and stoves.
- Participates in kitchen cleaning work, such as washing and cleaning equipment.
- Assists in preparing entrees and dining hall menus.
- Packages and labels prepared food products
- Secures food supplies from the storeroom and/or refrigerators
- Practices food safety and maintains and follows sanitation (HACCP) standards.
- As needed, replaces a more experienced cook in the latter’s absence
- Assists in storeroom duties such as receiving orders, rotating stock, and taking inventory
- Other duties as assigned
Machines & Equipment Used:
All standard kitchen equipment, such as grills, ovens, mixers, tilt skillets, charcoal grills, etc.
Budgetary Responsibility: None
Personal Interaction/Communication:
- Student Contact: Limited interaction
- Internal: Limited interaction
- External: Limited interaction
Attributes of a Successful Candidate
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent
Experience:
2 years of basic food service experience
Job-Related Skills:
Basic knife skills and food assembly
Licenses & Certifications: As required
Supplemental Information
Confidential Information:
Related personnel information
Working Environment:
High volume kitchen production with hot cooking equipment, cold storage, and sometimes slippery floors. Some night and weekend shifts are required
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time,
- Must be able to walk for extended periods of time,
- Must be able to push and/or pull objects,
- Must be able to lift between 11-20 pounds (Light work),
- Must be able to carry between 11-20 pounds (Light work)
- Ability to comprehend, carry out, and explain complex verbal and written instructions and/or recipes.
- Must have basic math skills.
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The University of the South, familiarly known as “Sewanee,” is home to a nationally recognized College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology. Sewanee is distinguished by its dedication to cultivate academic excellence, community values, and environmental stewardship that produces informed, self-aware, and participatory citizens for our democracy and servant-leaders for the world. Nestled on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee’s Cumberland Plateau, the University offers both a uniquely beautiful setting and convenient access to nearby cities—Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to be a place where individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences find support, opportunity, and purpose.
Support in the Hiring Process
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Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of the South is an equal-opportunity institution, dedicated to treating all applicants fairly and fostering a welcoming environment for employees and students alike.
University Benefits
Sewanee, Tennessee, 37383