Assistant Chef - Memorial Union Kitchen
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 production kitchen. Reporting to the Assistant Manager, this position will oversee and develop kitchen staff, coordinate daily food production, 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. In this role you will: Plan, lead, and coordinate 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. Lead and guide the work of full-time cooks and student workers in both the kitchen and dish room. Support our catering and retail/restaurant teams. This position comes with a pension plan, vacation, sick leave, and other great benefits. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you – please apply!
Requirements
- 2 years of kitchen experience
- 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
- Large batch kitchen production experience
Responsibilities
- Orders food and supplies as needed or directed following Wisconsin Union Procedures
- Assigns and coordinates the day-to-day activities of food service staff
- Assists in doing weekly inventory
- 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
- Develops and schedules logistics and menus for daily and catering operations
- Reviews orders and resolves last-minute issues with production and deliveries
- Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
- Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods
- Oversees production to include dish room
Benefits
- This position comes with a pension plan, vacation, sick leave, and other great benefits.
- This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
