Sous Chef (Starts $25/hr DOE, Full Time) - UAA Creekside

Responsibilities

• Affirms 100% responsibility for the quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Prepares a variety of proteins such as wild game, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Ensures all catering activities and services are provided in a high quality, consistent, and cost-effective manner.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation.
• Fulfills proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Meets with supervisors to discuss daily menus, issues, and problems.
• Supports an effective safety program.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have or obtain a Municipality of Anchorage Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Preferred three (3) years of Cook or Sous Chef experience.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Knowledge and training in using a variety of food production equipment.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS' vehicle insurance policy.
• Must be able to speak, understand, read, and write English.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Weather: Indoors - environmentally controlled.
• Noise level: Moderate.
• Description of environment: Industrial kitchen/cafeteria environment located on a university campus setting.
• Physical requirements: Lifting and/or moving up to 50lbs frequently; sitting, standing, walking, using hands/fingers to handle or feel, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking/hearing, seeing, tasting/smelling, carrying weight/lifting.

Competencies

• NMS Core Values: Safety, Honesty and integrity, Commitments made will be fulfilled, Dignity and respect for all individuals, Protection and sustainability of the environment.