Sous Chef Gustavus Adolphus College

Sous Chef
Dining Service

Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in evening food production operations for Gustavus Dining Service, which operates year-round. This position oversees a high-volume kitchen and staff, ensuring consistent food quality, safety, and efficiency during PM shifts. The Sous Chef will collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Catering Sous Chef to support the overall success of campus dining and enhance the guest experience.

Gustavus Dining is a unique part of the hospitality industry-while some months are fast-paced and high volume, others allow for slower periods, offering staff more flexibility, downtime, and vacation opportunities, especially during the summer months.

We're looking for a dependable, self-motivated, and hard-working individual who's excited to join a dedicated team in a dynamic and mission-driven campus environment. If that sounds like you, apply below and bring your leadership to our kitchen team!

Employment Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE), Non-exempt (Hourly), Benefits-Eligible

Pay Rate: $18.50-21.50 per hour

Typical Schedule: 11am-7:30pm during the academic year (summer may vary), Tuesday - Saturday w/ some required overtime on Mondays.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in supervising and supporting the afternoon and evening operations of the kitchen staff, including full-time team members and student employees.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of a wide variety of menu items, including meat-based, vegetarian, and vegan.
• Prepare meals using commercial kitchen equipment such as steamers, convection ovens, tilt skillets, steam kettles, fryers, and grills.
• Develop and test creative, seasonal, and culturally inclusive recipes that support diverse student needs and campus sustainability goals.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and allergen awareness protocols in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and educational environment for student workers by providing on-the-job mentoring and skill development.
• Support the Executive Chef with menu planning and quality control as needed.
• Step into a leadership role in the Executive Chef's absence, ensuring continuity in kitchen operations and service delivery.

Prerequisites

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ years of experience in a high-volume kitchen environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Proficiency in scratch cooking techniques and batch production.
• ServSafe certification (will train within 6 months of hire).
  

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Culinary degree.
• Experience in catering.
• Familiarity with menu planning for diverse dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-sensitive meals.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative and inclusive mindset.
  

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced kitchen environment requiring standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and working near hot equipment.
• Includes weekends and special campus events, as required.

Gustavus offers competitive and comprehensive benefits which include:

• Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
• Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
• Onsite health services
• Free parking, exercise classes, and use of library and athletic facilities
• Paid parental leave
• Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
• Tuition scholarships for dependents
• Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse
• 13 paid Holidays + generous PTO plan
• One free meal during shift in the Market Place

Application Procedures: To apply for this position, please continue the process on our website, www.gustavus.edu/humanresources/employment to complete the online application and submit your resume, if available.

Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Click on the following link to learn more about Gustavus's campus-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation's leading private liberal arts colleges serving approximately 2,000 students. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Known for its strong science, writing, music, athletics, study-away, and service-learning programs, Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota only one hour southwest of the Twin Cities.

Contact

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Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2025

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