SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Job Details We are hiring immediately for full time Sous Chef positions at Midwestern State University, 3410 Taft Boulevard, Wichita Falls, TX 76308. Schedule: Full time schedules; days and hours may vary. Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour. Job Summary Helps Executive Chef prepare and cook foods. Coordinates activities of cooks and other food‑service associates. Assumes responsibility for kitchen and food‑service associates in the absence of Executive Chef. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cooks and prepares food following approved recipes and production standards; ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders. Supervises hourly food service associates—includes interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action, as appropriate. Stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and sanitation procedures. Ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures. Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils; cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area; keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to comply with all sanitation, safety, production and merchandising requirements. Interacts with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly, service‑oriented manner; relays relevant information directly to supervisor. Demonstrates complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them to associates and customers. Keeps up with peak production and service hours. Monitors inventory and deliveries of product and supplies; tracks product production, consumption and waste; informs supervisor when supplies or product are low. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Prior cooking and food supervisory experience. Ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Benefits We invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Opportunities for Training and Development Retirement Plan Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program In addition, full‑time positions also offer the following benefits: Medical Dental Vision 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 based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services