Sous Chef

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital•Memphis, TN

22d•$21 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Oversees daily kitchen operations, supporting the Executive Chef and leading the sous chef team to ensure seamless food preparation and service. This role involves supervising kitchen staff, maintaining the quality and consistency of dishes, enforcing health and safety standards, and coordinating inventory and ordering.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED required.
3+ years of relevant experience required.
Some experience implementing and monitoring food services policies, procedures, and programs.
Experience supervising teams/ resources/ timelines within the area.
Strong understanding of food services regulations, laws, and standards.
Proven performance in earlier role.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts from a recognized Culinary School preferred.
For candidates without an Associate's degree in Culinary Arts, certification as a Certified Sous Chef (CSC) from the American Culinary Federation is required within one year of employment.
(SERVSAFMGR) ServSafe Food Protection Manager or another American National Standards Institute (ANSI) approved Food Protection Manager Certification required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

Supervise production staff, in accordance with all departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
Ensure high quality of food, efficient production & service, including excellent sanitation in compliance with departmental sanitation standards.
Interact closely with key stakeholders (e.g., Retail Manager, Executive Chef), to assist in production planning and waste reduction.
Manage daily, weekly, and/or monthly reports; May assist with cost reduction programs.
Research new techniques to be used in one's own area; Stay updated with the latest trends in the food services industry.
Lead and supervise teams; Train, mentor, and guide team members, and ensure they have all the resources required to complete their assigned tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.