What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef 2 (temporary) position at Vermont Law and Graduate School?
Description
Sous Chef-2 (temporary – April through June)
Department: Cafe
Reports To: Executive Chef
FLSA Status: Exempt
Hours: Full-Time (40.00 hours per week)
Vermont Law and Graduate School is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We grow and learn better together with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students. In recruiting for faculty and staff, we seek unique backgrounds to enrich and challenge our community.
Position Summary:
We seek a motivated and experienced individual to join our Vermont Law and Graduate School team as Sous Chef 2. This temporary position plays a key role in daily café and catering operations. As the Sous Chef, you will have the opportunity to help plan, supervise, and participate in the preparation of food for both The Café’s daily operations and catered events.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in planning, organizing, and supervising all culinary operations of the cafe and catering services,
- Assist in coordinating event details with management and other staff members.
- Assist in planning and preparing menus based on various factors, such as market trends, customer preferences, and nutritional considerations.
- Assist in the running of short order stations.
- Assist in allocating duties to other staff members.
- Assist in the ordering of product and supplies.
- Assist in checking in / putting away deliveries – ensure only quality products are received.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen / café, implementing systems and check lists to help staff comply to state mandated health codes.
- First in charge in the absence of the Executive Chef – responsible for the continuation of all services as the Food Service Director assigns.
- Other duties as assigned by Executive Chef and Food Service Director.
Requirements
Requirements:
- Proven leader with a focus on customer satisfaction.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Ability to reorganize and perform under pressure.
- Assist in planning and preparing for catered events, which may be outside of normal hours.
- Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
- Collaborative team player.
- ServSafe and/or HACCP certified.
As part of our commitment to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, candidates who meet the qualifications for this position and who require accommodations to apply should contact Human Resources at jobs@vermontlaw.edu. Vermont Law and Graduate School strives to raise the bar for being an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, place of birth, marital status, disability, veteran's status, HIV status, pregnancy, genetic information, health insurance status, and crime victim status.
