The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE: 

Sous Chef - Washakie Dining Center

JOB PURPOSE:

Arrange and participate in activities of cooks and other workers engaged in preparing and cooking food. Supervise the culinary operations and training for a unit of Dining Services; serve as culinary advisor; plan, coordinate, execute, supervise and evaluate functions of culinary unit.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform food production and supervise staff/students in proper food production techniques, food safety, efficiency, portioning, and presentation.
• Assume responsibility for the kitchen in absence of lead Chef.
• Oversee food production for area, recipe adherence, customer requests, unit events, and quality assurance. 
• Instruct cooking personnel on finer points of cooking and quality control standards.
• Assist in the interviewing, training, supervision and evaluation of staff within unit.
• Observe workers engaged in preparing, portioning, and garnishing foods to ensure that methods of cooking and garnishing and sizes of portions are as prescribed.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Attend and participate in training and other professional development activity.
• Participate in performance-related goal setting and achievement to meet personal and organizational objectives and goals.
• Promote public relations with students, guests and University personnel.

COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to Detail 
• Conflict Management 
• Delegating Responsibility 
• Quality Orientation 
• Work Standards
• Service Orientation 
• Teamwork
• Oral Communication Skills 
• Safety Awareness 
• Technical/Professional Knowledge
• Stress Tolerance

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associates degree, accredited culinary training or 5 years supervisory experience in a culinary setting

Experience: 3 years work-related experience

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements: Culinary certification preferred

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Experience leading in a culinary environment
• Excellent Customer Service skills 

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 06/23/2024 will receive full consideration. 

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/