Sous Chef

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced, motivated Sous Chef to our Education team in Wichita. As a Sous Chef, you will have the opportunity to supervise and participate in the preparation of meals for students, faculty & guests. 

The right candidate will become an integral member of our culinary team. Who will lead, train and develop others as well as participate in the organization, preparation and presentation of high-quality meal options.  

What you'll be doing:

• Planning, organizing, and producing extraordinary culinary creations for all internal and external catering services. 
• Developing delicious high-quality menus based market trends, customer preferences, and nutritional considerations. 
• Working alongside the Food Service Director, District Manager and internal Culinary Leadership to achieve daily business expectations and all aspects of dining service. 
• Leading, training and assisting the kitchen staff to achieve productivity and efficiency objectives while producing exceptional dining options 
• Other tasks including inventory, scheduling, food cost analysis, product ordering etc.  

What we're looking for:

Must-haves: 

• Certification by a recognized culinary institution or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• At least three years’ experience in high volume, commercial, higher education or hotel culinary management. 
• Previous large staff leadership and excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

Where you'll be working:

Friends University 

Compensation Range

Up to $23 per hour, depending on experience 

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