Sous Chef, The Commons

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia’s colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university’s vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location
 

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Job Summary
 

Oversees daily operations, ensures quality food production and presentation to meet the standards as established by and under the guidance of department leadership in the assigned location(s). Supervises assigned staff and/or student assistants. Performs the duties of leadership in their absence.

Responsibilities
 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Ensures production and service of quality, consistent menu items that adhere to all culinary standards as set by the department 

2. Supervises and oversees assigned kitchen personnel with responsibility to support the activities of hiring, scheduling, performance management, annual reviews, and initiating employee status changes 

3. Trains and manages assigned staff, supervises and coordinates culinary activities 

4. Oversees daily food production and meal service 

5. Assists in recipe and menu development, creation of cycle menus, production forecasting and production schedules 

6. Ensures compliance with sanitation and safety requirements, ensures labeling requirements are met and compliance with allergen containment procedures 

7. Maintains a safe and sanitary work environment 

8. Supports all efforts to ensure the operation is managed to budget, to include food (COGS), labor costs and operating expenses 

9. Responsible for weekly inventory counts 

10. Coordinates and manages special projects, which may include catering and special promotions and other responsibilities as assigned 

11. Participates in management team meetings

Required Qualifications
 

Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Other Required Qualifications
Valid Food Service Sanitation Manager and ServSafe Certification
Required Experience
Two (2) years of related work experience to include at least one (1) year of supervisory or management experience

Preferred Qualifications
 

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Culinary or Technical degree or certificate from a culinary arts program
Preferred Experience
Experience in a high-volume, multi-unit environment or similar experience in higher education dining

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
 

ABILITIES
Able to anticipate the needs of guests and team members alike
Able to easily shift priorities when change or interruptions occur
Able to deliver against tight deadlines
Professional appearance and demeanor
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
KNOWLEDGE
Requires an understanding of federal, state, and local food sanitation regulations
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Skilled culinary professional
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Equal Employment Opportunity
 

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [email protected].
 

Other Information
 

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% – 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check
 

• Standard Enhanced

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation.  Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.  Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf