Sous Chef, Cornell DiningAPPLYCornell Dining is comprised of more than 30 on-campus eateries, including multiple "All You Care to Eat" dining rooms, cafes, coffee houses, food courts, and retail convenience stores. From holiday-themed meals to chef surprises and dining room special nights, the Cornell Dining team of more than 400 chefs and skilled staff members work hard every day towards offering a variety of fresh and healthy food options from all over the world. Cornell Dining's overarching mission is a commitment to serving high-quality foods that are healthy and creatively prepared with genuine care for a diverse community. The Sous Chef, in collaboration with the area Chef, will assist in providing consistent support around all food planning, production, and preparations for an assigned location or unit(s). This support role will demonstrate culinary best practices including ensuring menu standards, recipe adherence, and quality controls and ensuring all sanitary and health regulations are consistently followed. In partnership with the Chef and managers, the Sous Chef will provide on-the-job coaching and feedback to promote diversity and inclusive workplace behaviors that support strong teamwork and collaboration. Additionally, the Sous Chef will Ensure proper food safety/handling and food quality that upholds University/state/federal laws, policies, and procedures positively and consistently that provide a welcoming environment for our staff, students, and guests.A successful Sous Chef will:Be a highly self-motivated team player who remains flexible and customer service-oriented to respond appropriately to competing demands in a dynamic, high-volume, and time-sensitive environment.Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with a diverse population of students, staff, and community partners.Show a high level of professional judgment using excellent organizational and time management skills to prioritize effectively.Actively motivate, encourage, and support staff performance through regular hands-on training and daily feedback and coaching.Demonstrate culinary excellence and contribute creative ideas that help to resolve unexpected issues and improve unit(s) performance but still ensure great tasting, high-quality, and cost-effective meal options for the Cornell Community.The position requires a varied work schedule, including availability on nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.Required QualificationsAt least two years of training in a culinary program or Associate's degree and two or three years of culinary work experience in the hospitality or food service environment or equivalent combination of education and work experience.Technical/computer skills, including experience with MS Word Office productivity tools.Effective verbal and written communication skillsWorking knowledge of appropriate food and health codesExperience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.Proven experience connecting diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing practices to business goals.Preferred QualificationsAdditional professional or education experience preferably in a high-quality collegiate dining program with familiarity in board plan operations, retail operations, and menu cycles preferred but not required.Strong understanding of food service management systems.Culinary and food safety certification desirable. Experience and comfort with Catering.Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This position is located in Ithaca, New York. The successful applicant will be expected to work on campus. Familiarize yourself with Cornell's COVID-19 workplace guidance as well as the university's COVID-19 services and information. University Job Title:Chef IJob Family:Auxiliary ServicesLevel:Pay Rate Type:SalaryPay Range:$62,035.00 - $67,938.00Remote Option Availability:OnsiteCompany:EndowedContact Name:Jana EnglishJob Titles and Pay Ranges:Non-Union PositionsNoted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. 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We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.2024-10-21EEO Statement: Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.Minimum Salary: 31200.00
Maximum Salary: 31200.00
Salary Unit: Yearly