What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef - Washakie Dining Center position at UW Candidate Experience?
The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position. We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community. We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today!
JOB TITLE:
Sous Chef - Washakie Dining Center
JOB PURPOSE:
Join our passionate team at Washakie Dining Center as a Sous Chef and help fuel the campus community! As a Sous Chef you will arrange and participate in activities of cooks and other workers engaged in preparing and cooking foodstuffs. Assumes responsibility for the kitchen in absence of Chef or Executive Chef by supervising workers engaged in preparing and portioning foods to ensure that methods of cooking and portioning as prescribed. Instructs cooking personnel in fine points of cooking and customer service to ensure a high-quality experience for the campus community.
This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming’s Employee Handbook. Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closure based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.
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.
- Ability to frequently lift 25 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
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
- Technical/Professional Knowledge
- Individual Leadership
- Quality Orientation
- Delegating Responsibility
- Service Orientation
- Teamwork
- Oral Communication
- Safety Awareness
- Stress Tolerance
WORK LOCATION ELIGIBILITY: This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associates degree, accredited culinary training or 3 years supervisory experience in a large volume culinary setting
Experience: 3 years work-related experience
Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements: Culinary certification preferred.
- ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months
- Allergy training (e.g., AllerTrain) or the ability to complete training within 6 months
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience leading in a culinary environment
- Excellent Customer Service skill
- Culinary certification
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 2/2/2025 will receive full consideration.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity. 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/
