Assistant Chef - Union South Kitchen

University of Wisconsin Madison • Madison, WI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Wisconsin Union is seeking an Assistant Chef to play a crucial role in the daily management and smooth operation of our high-volume Union South production kitchen. Reporting to the Assistant Manager, this position will oversee and develop kitchen staff, execute batch recipes, and ensure we consistently deliver exceptional customer service and high-quality culinary products. You will be instrumental in fostering a productive team environment and upholding our standards for safety and quality.

Requirements

• 2 years of kitchen experience with high volume batch cooking
• 1 year of experience as a leader overseeing kitchen staff and kitchen production
• ServSafe Certification Required - ability to produce or obtain within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

• Culinary degree or relevant training and experience

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in daily food production activities in collaboration with the Assistant Manager to maximize efficiency and ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality product.
• Support and assist in the implementation of best practices for kitchen organization, safety, efficiency, and established operating procedures.
• Support our catering and retail/restaurant teams.
• Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods
• Assigns and coordinates the day-to-day activities of food service staff
• Adheres to federal, state, campus, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures
• Leads and provides exceptional customer service, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation, catering, and associated activities
• Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
• Develops and schedules logistics and menus for daily and catering operations

Benefits

• pension plan
• vacation
• sick leave
• generous paid time off
• competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance
• tax-advantaged savings accounts
• participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed