Sous Chef - 27561 University Staff

Description
Envision yourself in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment that has a deep commitment to position our graduates for success in their professional and personal lives. Visualize applying your energy and skills for an organization that respects and cares about its employees enough to offer some of the best benefits of the industry while encouraging every team member to grow, collaborate, and provide input on how to consistently make the workplace a place people love to work. Imagine working at a college that welcomes everyone — students, faculty, staff, and community members — regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or traditions. If what was just described is what you look for in a workplace, welcome to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS)!

Under the supervision of the Residential Chef Managers or the Catering Chef and Assistant Director of Residential Dining, the Residential Sous Chef position is responsible for food preparation and service in the two Residential Dining halls, the Lodge and Roaring Fork. This position will be responsible for overseeing the kitchen and front of house in conjunction with the Residential Chef Managers. This position will supervise the dining halls in the absence of the Residential Chef Managers.

In accordance with applicable laws as well as State and University policies and procedures, the Residential Sous Chef of UCCS Dining and Hospitality Services is responsible for the training and oversight of the Residential Staff and Student Staff, assisting in the planning and creation of menus, monitoring and ordering supplies, and general maintenance and operation of the residential dining halls. The Sous Chef must be committed to student employment and professional development opportunities for students.

Who We Are:

The vision of UCCS Dining and Hospitality Services (DHS) is to be a recognized leader in service delivery and food sustainability to cultivate and nurture a healthy campus culture where access to wholesome, seasonal, and local food directly links to wellness, sense of place, and environmental protection. Aligning UCCS Dining and Hospitality with campus sustainability efforts allows for the integration of academic programs and community action, thereby providing students invaluable experiential learning opportunities. This includes preparing and serving healthy, flavorful, sustainable, and nutritious food produced through fiscally responsible and mindful practices that nourish and support our community.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 9,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. UCCS offers 53 undergraduate degree programs, 24 graduate degree programs, and 8 doctoral programs. UCCS is also home to the world's only Bachelor of Innovation^TM program, which allows our graduates to master multi-disciplinary skills and graduate ready to create real change in the world. UCCS was recently classified as a "High Research Activity" university by the Carnegie Foundation and takes pride in being the only higher education institution in southern Colorado that explicitly includes research as part of its mission. We have a strong focus in fueling student success by creating, using, and maintaining a multitude of offices – First Year Experience, Excel Centers, Academic Advising, and the Career Center just to name a few. Overall, UCCS is constantly focused of preparing our students to have success in the future, and we understand that every single employee on our campus has a significant effect on that focus.

The city, which was recently ranked as the number two Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report in 2022, known as Olympic City USA, rests at the base of Pikes Peak, the inspiration for the song "America the Beautiful" and a must-see for residents and visitors alike. The 14,115 foot summit is just one of dozens of area attractions, including scenic trains, museums, parks, a zoo and more. With a mild climate and 247 days of sunshine each year, the Springs boasts some of the state's best recreation opportunities.

Job Duties:
Ensure timely preparation, service, and quality of all food using well planned, sustainable, and cost-effective menus Supervise and direct all university staff and student staff responsible for the operations in the Residential Dining halls or Catering kitchen Utilizing the DHS student development staffing model, train and supervise a student employment program that provides growth and development opportunities for student staff Utilize service excellence to ensure all student residents receive transparent communication, service, and quality food Assist in developing and implementation of high-quality training programs to ensure excellent product quality, consistent applications of standards, and standard operating procedures and policies for the Residential Dining Halls or Catering kitchen Assist in developing and implementation of sustainability efforts to include sustainable food purchasing, compost, recycling, and the reduction of waste in conjunction with the Sustainability Office Assist with special dietary needs of students in cooperation with the Residential Chef Managers or Catering Chef Assist in maintenance of appropriate inventory levels while managing the ordering, receiving and inventory of all goods Make budget recommendations for the Residential Halls or Catering kitchen to the Chef Managers Make recommendations for long- and short-term facility and equipment needs, utilizing customer and industry trends and staff input Represent the department through university or community committees as needed
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Job Competencies:
The ability to obtain Servsafe Certification within six months of hire and a working knowledge of HACCP Ability to model positive customer service practices Knowledge of industry trends, including the ability to diversify product offerings, and pivot offerings as the trends and seasons shift Knowledge of best practices as it relates to safe food handling, proper use of equipment and safety principles Knowledge of special dietary needs and allergens Ability to meet physical demands of lifting (up to 50 pounds) and standing for extended periods of time Ability to identify problems and apply appropriate solutions Demonstrated ability to manage, supervise, motivate staff Exemplary organizational abilities Outstanding oral and written communication skills
Work Location: On-site

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

What We Offer:

Salary Range: $45,275 - $55,000

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs offers excellent benefits, some of which include:
Medical insurance, with the lowest cost option being $0 to the employee Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance Generous paid vacation and sick time accruals (14.67 hours of vacation and 10 hours of sick accrued per month, prorated if part-time) Mandatory retirement plans. Employees contribute 5% of their annual compensation. CU doubles that and contributes 10% Tuition Assistant Benefit available to you or a dependent Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment Off Campus Housing Resources
Tentative Search Timeline:
Priority will be given to applications submitted by 10/11/2022. The potential dates for interviews with the search committee will be the week of 10/17/2022. The potential dates for interviews with the supervisor and appointing authority will be the week of 10/24/2022. The potential employee start date is 11/1/2022.
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.

UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719) 255-3372.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.


Qualifications
Please note that while the position details both required qualifications as well as preferred qualifications below, we want applicants to be aware that they do not need to have all of the preferred qualifications to be considered for this position. If you meet the minimum qualifications, have passion for the work, along with experience in a related field, you are encouraged to apply. We encourage on-the-job training for any additional skills or knowledge that become relevant to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:
At least 5 years of experience in a food service operation 3 years or more of experience in a culinary leadership supervisory role (can be included in the 5 total years)
Preferred Qualifications:
An associate degree or certificate in culinary arts, or in lieu of a degree or certificate equivalent experience (2 additional years) in a food service environment Experience in a higher education environment
Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move. Employee is occasionally required to have moderate bending, crouching, reaching, handling, fingering, moderate energy requirements, tasting/smelling, depth perception, color vision and good field of vision. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and constantly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Priority will be given to applications submitted before October 11th,2022 • Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 27561). • Upon request, please be prepared to provide five professional references (at least two previous/current supervisors), including their email contact information. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV Application Materials Instructions: To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. A current resume and a cover letter. Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. Resume must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.

Job Category: Hospitality

Primary Location: Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40253 - VCSA-AUX-DINING & HOSPITALITY

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Sep 27, 2022

Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Josh Hedrick Posting Contact Email: jhedric2@uccs.edu Position Number: 00803148





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