Sous Chef

Job Reference Number: 38139 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Education Brand: Elior-Independent-School-Dining Location: Asheville, North Carolina (US-NC) The Role at a glance We are looking to add a skilled, experienced Sous Chef to our Education Dining team in Asheville. As a Sous Chef, you will have the opportunity to teach others about your craft as you supervise and participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of meals for our students, faculty & guests.

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What you'll be doing Develop menus in accordance with consumer tastes, nutritional needs, ease of preparation and established procedures and budgetary constraints; participate in other menu planning activities to include the determination of purchasing specifications, product and recipe testing and menu development. Maintain proper production, safety and sanitation standards. Direct and participate in the daily preparation of standard and gourmet food items. Evaluate the quality of raw food and ensure the quality of the finished products. Inspection of assigned units to observe quality of food preparation and service; food appearance; and cleanliness and sanitation of production and service areas, equipment and employee appearance. Implement culinary production for special events, monotony breakers, and catered functions. Supervise and participate in the preparation and display of menu items for special functions. Maintain proper inventory controls for food, supplies, and equipment. Interview, select, train and evaluate supervisory and support staff. Control revenue and expenses to ensure financial goals. Ensure the highest level of customer service. Other duties as assigned. What we're looking for Must-haves Demonstrated institutional, hotel, or restaurant culinary skills to include large quantity production. Must have 3-5 years of culinary management experience. Strong leadership, oral and written communication skills are required. A proven track record of successfully controlling costs and managing annual budgets. Nice-to-haves Associate or Bachelor's degree in institutional management, nutrition, dietetics, or hotel and restaurant management, Certification by a recognized culinary institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary. Where you'll be working Asheville School Our Benefits Medical (FT Employees) Dental Vision Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Discount Program Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) EAP 401k Sick Time Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays) Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees) Paid Time Off About Elior Independent School Dining Elior Independent School Dining partners with schools to create thoughtful, student-focused dining experiences that go beyond the plate. We serve as an extension of your campus, tailoring our programs to reflect your school’s unique culture and mission. With a strong focus on well‑being and community, we provide expert service, culinary creativity, and a personal touch that supports students’ growth and success. About Elior‑North America Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth. Disclaimer This job description can be revised by management as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr Elior