Sous Chef | MCAD

American Food & Vending ⏐ American Dining Creations•Minneapolis, MN

11d•$55,000 - $60,000

About The Position

A Sous Chef at American Dining Creations supports the Chef and Executive Chef in delivering daily culinary services. The role works with culinary staff to ensure recipes and food-safety standards are followed across food stations and catering events. It also includes supervising and guiding back-of-house staff, maintaining kitchen organization and production records, and helping cover shifts or stations during peak operating hours. The Sous Chef meets daily with the Executive Chef or General Manager about operations and may take on other duties as needed.

Requirements

Prior experience planning and managing employee schedules, hiring, and staff development.
Strong time-management skills and the ability to multitask in a time-sensitive, fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, catering systems, ordering systems, and inventory systems.
Knowledge of local and state food-safety regulations.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand, walk, and bend during the daily work schedule.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree in culinary arts or hospitality, or a culinary degree from an accredited culinary association, is preferred.
Three years of experience in a similar culinary leadership role is preferred; relevant settings may include retail, hotels, business, or education dining.

Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef with culinary points of service, including food stations and catering events.
Provide guidance to and supervise back-of-house staff.
Ensure recipe standards, ingredients, and food-handling safety protocols are followed.
Keep the kitchen clean and organized; maintain production records and equipment.
Cover a shift or station during peak operating hours when needed.
Meet daily with the Executive Chef or General Manager regarding operations.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.