Sous Chef

Concordia College•Bemidji, MN

21d•$17 - $20

About The Position

Position Summary Primary responsibilities include being a member of highly effective team which researches and creates recipes and menus that produce culturally authentic and culturally immersive food, sometimes leading a team, and continuing on a path of continuous professional growth.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
4 years experience in a related field
Must be able to read and write
Able to work a varied schedule including early mornings, evenings and weekends as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Quantity cooking experience
Menu planning and ordering experience
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree (4-year degree)
Culinary Degree
Food Industry certifications
5 years commercial cooking experience
3 years supervision experience

Responsibilities

Support the mission and vision of Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages and demonstrate the competencies as defined for this position.
Coordinate with language communities to research and create culturally authentic menus for the assigned language group that align with the curricular goals of programs.
Research and develop recipes that support the designed menus.
Plan these menus and recipes within budgetary constraints.
Maintain menu and recipe information for future use.
Participate in recruiting and hiring team members.
Supervise daily work of team members.
Schedule team members.
Document and take action to correct job related behavior that does not meet communicated performance standards.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, and Minnesota Food Code requirements.
Prepare, cook, serve and clean up culturally authentic meals.
Anticipate daily thawing needs.
Anticipate and correct possible food shortages.
Maintain food inventory, quality, safety and sanitation standards.
Order food and supplies necessary for production.
Manage food waste.
Ensure an organized and clean food service work area maintained to Minnesota Food Code and Concordia Language
Villages standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
Ensure environmental practices are followed in kitchen work areas.
Fulfill the role of Summer Camp Chef during the summer months.
Coordinate and implement a Personal Professional Development Plan in conjunction with Administration and Language
Groups, which includes certifications in the Culinary Arts and/or Education fields.
Assist with the implementation of training workshops and sessions for all Culinary Arts Department members.
Preform other duties based on the needs of other departments within Concordia Language Villages and Concordia College as assigned.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Preventative Chiropractic Program
Retirement Plan
Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time only)
Life Insurance (full-time only)
13 Paid holidays including the time off between Christmas and New Year's
Paid parental leave
Up to 100% tuition with discounts and scholarships for yourself and dependents at Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages
Up to 50% tuition discount for dependents with Oak Grove Lutheran Schools
Up to 100% tuition discounts for dependents with participating partners: CIC-TEP, ELCA schools, and Tuition Exchange Inc.
Extras: access to athletic facilities, library, fitness classes, athletic events, theatre events, purchase dining on campus, free MATbus rides
Salary – 16.73 - 20.10 USD Hourly Wage
The final salary will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, and alignment with the position's requirements. Other considerations may include internal equity and market conditions.