Sous Chef
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SOUS CHEF
Cleary is growing, and so is our food service. As Sous Chef, you’ll help run the kitchen for student dining and events on campus, from small gatherings to large public functions. If you like variety, working with a team, and seeing guests enjoy what you made, you’ll fit right in.
Why Work at Cleary
Why Work at Cleary
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan with a 5% employer match
- Tuition discount for yourself and family
- A stable job at a growing university
What you’ll do
- Prepare and cook menu items to our recipes, portions, and presentation standards, including measuring, seasoning, and knife work
- Follow food safety codes and kitchen procedures
- Adapt dishes for guests with allergies or dietary needs
- Support service at campus events and give students, faculty, staff, and guests a warm, professional experience
- Work with front-of-house staff to make sure food is served at the right temperature
- Help receive and store product, move food and supplies between campus buildings, and restock during busy periods
- Occasionally guide student workers and kitchen staff
- Attend department meetings and pitch in with other kitchen and event duties as needed
What you bring
- High school diploma or GED
- Culinary degree preferred, or 3 years of professional kitchen experience (or an equivalent mix of education and experience)
- Ability to read and follow recipes, manuals, and written instructions, and to speak comfortably with guests and coworkers
- Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and basic internet research
- Reliable, on-time attendance
The physical side of the job
- You’ll be on your feet most of the day, walking, reaching, and working with your hands. You’ll need to lift up to 35 pounds at times. The kitchen can be moderately to very noisy.
Equal opportunity employer
Cleary University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.