Sous Chef

Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks – 1731 S. Chandalar Dr., P.O. Box 756655, Fairbanks, AK 99775 Fixed Pay Rate: $27.00 per hour. Full‑time schedule, shifts may vary. Job Summary Assist the Executive Chef by preparing and cooking foods and coordinating activities of cooks and other food‑service associates. Assume responsibility for the kitchen and food‑service associates in the absence of the Executive Chef. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cook and prepare food following approved recipes and production standards, ensuring all deadlines are met based on production orders. Supervise hourly food‑service associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in performance reviews, and recommending disciplinary action when appropriate. Store food in designated areas according to corporate, state, and federal food safety and sanitation procedures. Ensure proper food handling, presentation, portion control, and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures. Maintain sanitation of equipment, supplies, and utensils; clean workstation thoroughly before leaving area. Keep display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to comply with all sanitation, safety, production, and merchandising requirements. Interact with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly, service‑oriented manner and relay relevant information directly to supervisor. Demonstrate complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explain them to associates and customers. Keep up with peak production and service hours. Monitor inventory and deliveries of product and supplies; track product production, consumption, and waste, and inform supervisor when supplies or product are low. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Previous catering, high‑volume cooking, sanitation, and supervisory experience preferred. Benefits Opportunities for Training and Development Retirement Plan Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, Choice Auto, and Home Program) Full‑time positions also offer the following benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Life Insurance/AD Disability Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly regardless of race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Chartwells Higher Education maintains a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr