Sous Chef - 34440 University StaffDescriptionSous ChefDining and Hospitality ServicesElevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!Who We Are The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5499897&targetURL=https://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs) (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Sous Chef to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs (https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5499897&targetURL=https://www.visitcos.com/) is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle. Salary Range : $50,384 - $62,721. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions. Work Location: On-site Benefits at a Glance (https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5499897&targetURL=https://hr.uccs.edu/employee-benefits) At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:
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Summary The Sous Chef is responsible for food preparation and service in the two Residential Dining Halls, the Lodge and Roaring Fork. This position will be responsible for overseeing the culinary staff in the residential dining halls, scheduling staff, creating menus, and ensuring culinary standards are maintained. The Sous Chef must be committed to student employment and professional development opportunities for students. Essential Functions The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Ensure timely preparation, service, and quality of all food using well planned, sustainable, and cost-effective menus.
Supervise and direct all university staff and student staff responsible for the culinary operations in the Residential Dining halls or Catering kitchen.
Utilizing the DHS student development staffing model, train and supervise a student employment program that provides growth and development opportunities for student staff.Utilize service excellence to ensure all student residents receive transparent communication, service, and quality food.
Assist in developing and implementation of high-quality training programs to ensure excellent product quality, consistent applications of standards, and standard operating procedures and policies for the Residential Dining Halls.
Assist in developing and implementation of sustainability efforts to include sustainable food purchasing, compost, recycling, and the reduction of waste in conjunction with the Sustainability Office.
Assist with special dietary needs of students in conjunction with the Assistant Director of Culinary Arts.
Assist in maintenance of appropriate inventory levels while managing the ordering, receiving and inventory of all goods.
Make budget recommendations for the Residential Halls to the Assistant Director of Culinary Arts.
Make recommendations for long- and short-term facility and equipment needs, utilizing customer and industry trends and staff input.
Represent the department through university or community committees as needed
Tentative Search Timeline
Priority will be given to applications submitted by: August 11th, 2024.
Potential interview dates: August 12th - August 16th, 2024.
Potential start date: September 1st, 2024.
UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices. UCCS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify our office at [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5499897&[email protected])QualificationsMinimum QualificationsApplicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
3 years or more of experience in commercial food preparation and service.
Preferred Qualifications
1 year or more of experience in a leadership role in commercial food preparation and service.
Physical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move. Employees are required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and have fine motor skills including reaching, handling, and fingering. Must have good depth perception, color vision and field of vision. Tasting and smelling within normal range. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 20 lbs and constantly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. In this position employees will have exposure to extreme cold and extreme heat.Note: This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities, qualifications, and physical requirements of this role at UCCS. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. The university reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities as needed to meet the university's needs.Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received before 08/11/2024 will receive priority consideration . Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 34440). Upon request, please be prepared to provide five professional references (at least two previous/current supervisors), including their email contact information. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5499897&[email protected]) . Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.Job Category : HospitalityPrimary Location : Colorado Springs Department: C0001 Colorado Springs Campus - 40253 - VCSA-AUX-DINING & HOSPITALITYSchedule : Full-timePosting Date : Aug 6, 2024Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Josh Hedrick Posting Contact Email: [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5499897&[email protected]) Position Number: 00411197Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/)jeid-777ba05226296e4ea47f75d3b2864827The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.