Sous Chef

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

To submit an internal bid, an application must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 06/14/2024. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well. 

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Recruitment/Posting Title Sous Chef

Job Category

Job Category AFSCME Local 888

Department

Department Dining Services

Overview

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Sous Chef for the department of Dining Services.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Responsible for overseeing food production, ensuring that all food is produced in a timely manner to meet needs, and is presented in an attractive and appealing style.
• Responsible for oversight of kitchen personnel in the production of hot and cold food, in the cleaning of food preparation areas, and in the control of food costs.

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

• Requires a high school/vocational school education or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, and a minimum of four years of high volume food service experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Requires ServSafe certification, or certification within one year of employment, good communication skills and computer literacy in industry standard software.
• Must pass Food Handler’s Certification.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Food communication skills and computer literacy in industry standard software.
• Must be able to read and follow standardized recipes and production worksheets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers a degree in culinary arts.
• Utilizes industrial kitchen equipment and FoodPro proprietary food production, planning and control system.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 24ST1375

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 06/06/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

To submit an internal bid, an application must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 06/14/2024. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well. 

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Sous Chef Job Category AFSCME Local 888 Department Dining Services Overview Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Sous Chef for the department of Dining Services.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Responsible for overseeing food production, ensuring that all food is produced in a timely manner to meet needs, and is presented in an attractive and appealing style.
• Responsible for oversight of kitchen personnel in the production of hot and cold food, in the cleaning of food preparation areas, and in the control of food costs.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 18 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 45489.870 Annual Mid Range Salary 53670.460 Annual Maximum Salary 61851.050 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description AFSCME - Local 888 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a high school/vocational school education or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, and a minimum of four years of high volume food service experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Requires ServSafe certification, or certification within one year of employment, good communication skills and computer literacy in industry standard software.
• Must pass Food Handler’s Certification.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Food communication skills and computer literacy in industry standard software.
• Must be able to read and follow standardized recipes and production worksheets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers a degree in culinary arts.

Equipment Utilized

• Utilizes industrial kitchen equipment and FoodPro proprietary food production, planning and control system.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

• Multiple vacancies.

Posting Details Posting Number 24ST1375 Posting Open Date 06/06/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants To submit an internal bid, an application must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 06/14/2024. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.  Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently a member of AFSCME - Local 888?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a high school/vocational school education or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, and a minimum of four years of high volume food service experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Required DocumentsOptional Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

List of Professional References (contact Info)

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .

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