Campus Cooks is looking for an experienced culinary professional to serve as an Assistant/Sous Chef. This role lies within our Operations department and will report to one of our District Managers while partnering with other members of the Operations Management team.
You will be working at one of the leading college campuses across the country supporting our organization in the relationships you build with Campus Cooks' partners and the creative and healthy menus you build. We want you to cook with a goal of combining your passion and experience with the needs and cravings of our partners.
What’s in it for you?
Comprehensive medical, minimum essential coverage, dental, & vision plans
401k retirement plan
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Legal services support
Discount partnerships
Generous time off policy
Paid holidays
No late nights, and minimal (in many cases, none) weekend work
How will you make an impact?
The Assistant / Sous Chef is responsible for providing support to the Private Chef and maintaining kitchen safety standards. The position requires the individual to assist with food preparation, cook elements of meals, and general utility work. In addition, this role typically is responsible for preparation and maintenance, as well as stocking and maintaining student snack/beverage areas.
At times, the Assistant / Sous Chef may be responsible for providing all food preparation and meal service independently. This position requires the level of experience and ability to self-manage and provide full service without supervision.
Your mission will be:
You will be an important member of the kitchen team and mediate the relationship with the chapter. In addition to the relationship, you will be enthusiastic about supporting the execution of the program and finding new ways for the chapter to enhance their experience.
Assist Private Chef in creating fresh, healthy, and delicious meals
Interact daily with students/clients providing excellent customer service
Cook delicious meals in a timely manner in accordance with site agreement
Prepare and maintain salad bar and student snack areas
Maintain cleanliness and basic maintenance of kitchen spaces and equipment
Perform dishwashing and general utility work as required
Collaborate with Private Chef to design a weekly menu
Who you are:
Someone who is passionate about being organized, delivering first-class service, and:
2 to 5 years food preparation experience
Knowledgeable with operating kitchen machinery and/or culinary tools
Driven to hone existing skills and learn new ones
Focused on details and consistency
Willing and able to actively listen to client for the purpose of understanding wants and needs
You’ll really catch our eye if you:
Comfortable with technological tools and web-based applications
Are ServSafe Food Protection Manager certified
Possess culinary degree or certification
Knowledge to cook for dietary preferences such as vegetarian/vegan, dairy/gluten-free,
Expertise in some form of specialty cooking Pastries, sushi, smoking meats, etc.
Who are we?
Campus Cooks are experts in delivering professional staffing and foodservice experience. Since 1995, we have been promoting a stronger sense of dining experience through a superior meal service. Operating coast to coast, we provide support for not only those groups we partner with but also the culinary and service professionals who join our team. While promoting our core values, or our ALPHA, team members can be creative, own their role, and continue to grow both personally and professionally all while cooking at the highest levels of quality for our partners.
What are our Values?
We embrace and encourage team members to live their ALPHA. Our values are at the root of everything that we do.
Always growing personally and professionally.
Living a healthy work and life balance.
Passionate about food and service.
Honesty and respect. Do right for our employees, clients and vendors.
Actively enhancing the customer experience.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
The employee is regularly required to stand for extended periods of time; walk; use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be competent with Microsoft Office, Email, and Internet Navigation.
Frequent exposure to heat, steam, fire, extreme cold, sharp objects, mechanical equipment, and noise
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures