Assistant Director- Executive Sous Chef

University of North Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: 17 days ago
Location: Denton, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


UNT System Overview
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Posting Title Assistant Director- Executive Sous Chef
Department UNT-Catering-163730
Job Location Denton
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information Commensurate with Experience
Department Summary
Our Story – UNT Dining Services – YouTube

It’s About the Food. As the largest self-supported food service department in North Texas, UNT Dining Services offers 5 Dining Halls, 20+ retail venues, an upscale dining restaurant, a hydroponic garden, a central scratch bakery, and catering service—all led by professionally-trained chefs and hospitality experts. UNT is recognized as a national leader in university dining due to the department’s innovative, trendsetting approach to food service and award-winning culinary talent. UNT operates Mean Greens Café, the nation’s first 100% vegan collegiate Dining Hall, and Kitchen West, Texas’ first and only university Dining Hall Certified Free From™ the Big 8 Food Allergens and Gluten Kitchens with Confidence. In early 2021, UNT opened its first standalone Dining Hall, Eagle Landing, inspired by urban food halls and home to seven unique restaurant concepts, all available for a single Meal Plan swipe. UNT was named No. 2 in the nation as a college with the best food by Delish.com and is also the recipient of the prestigious Loyal E. Horton Award and Vegan Recipe Award from the National Association of College and University Food Services. As a founding member of the Menus of Change University Research Collaborative, UNT contributes to groundbreaking research on plant-forward diets, food waste reduction, and consumer food choices while accelerating the implementation of the Menus of Change Principles of Healthy, Sustainable Menus.
Position Overview
Executive Sous Chef is a highly visible role and requires a thorough understanding of the catering operations, client expectations, and university resources to ensure that each event is successful. The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for the flawless execution of each and every catering event on campus on his watch or assigned.

Additional Posting Details


Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in related field and four years of professional related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Maintains a visual sense of urgency at all times.
• Able to quickly diagnose food operational problems and take immediate corrective action.
• Communicates complex information with physical action and personal presence instead of relying solely on words.
• Skill in performing under the stress of frequent interruptions and/or distractions.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
* Culinary Background or graduate from an accredited culinary school.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule
Hours Vary
Driving University Vehicle No
Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position
EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title Assistant Dir, Dining Services
Physical Requirements Ability to communicate

Job Duties


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Be responsible for efficient daily functioning of the department.
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Assisting in kitchen management and reporting
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Staffing and training for all kitchen operations.
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Streamlining and systemizing operations within existing as well as new ventures
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Formulating new ideas and evaluating opportunities
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Develop, maintain and effect necessary systems, manuals, formats, procedures, spreadsheets etc; in all aspects of kitchen operations
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Directly responsible for implementing and following department/culinary standards overseeing all culinary operations
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Responsible for managing all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation, and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness
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Should monitor closely and continuously the activities of chefs de cuisines and ensure smooth running of the entire kitchen

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number S8049P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/81425