• Sous Chef

    University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI)


    Sous Chef

    How to Apply

    A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

    Job Summary

    Department Summary:

    Michigan Dining comprises nineteen on-campus cafes and markets, nine residential dining halls, Michigan Bakeshop, and the Michigan Catering unit. Our 500 full-time and 1,300 student employees are committed to creative, healthy, and nutritious foods, international cuisines, and sustainability throughout all dining operations.

    Job Summary:

    The elements of this position include food quality, cost management, procurement, safety, sanitation and staff development. Lead and monitor food and beverage preparation and services. Provide functional supervision of all food service staff. Work through communication and behavior to foster an inclusive workplace. You will report to the General Manager. You can find the full job descriptionlinked here (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S7nrtzsKhftq3dqqIhsl5u2PeHp3QJIG/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=103952910996172267970&rtpof=true&sd=true) .

     

    Why Work at Michigan?

     

    Benefits at the University of Michigan

     

    In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

     

    + Generous time off

    + A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

    + Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

    + Life insurance

    + Long-term disability coverage

    + Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

    Responsibilities*

    + Exercise functional supervision over Chef Assistants, Cooks, Bakers and other food service staff including student employees engaged in culinary operations.

    + Assign food service personnel to specific tasks and direct food preparation and activities in a manner that uses their culinary skills.

    + Oversee food preparation, presentation, portioning and service.

    + Recommend changes in cooking methods and adherence to recipes to ensure the quality of food service, taste and service of the food.

    + Continually maintains and trains the staff on food and physical safety practices and procedures

    Required Qualifications*

    + Degree in Culinary Arts from an accredited culinary school or apprenticeship program and/or equivalent experience.

    + Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience as a chef in a high volume, high quality operation with a variety of concepts.

    + Knowledge of basic computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, email and the Internet; and ability to use CBORD Food Service Suite modules or a similar menu management system.

    + ServSafe and HACCP certified within 60 days from date of hire as a condition of employment. If the certification is not acquired during the 60-day period, employment will be terminated. Certification must be maintained as a condition of employment.

    + American Culinary Federation certification at the Certified Sous Chef (CSC) level must be obtained within two years from date of hire. If the certification is not acquired within two years, employment will be terminated. Certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

     

    Additional Information

     

    Additional Information

     

    This role may have reporting obligations under Title IX and Clery.

     

    Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.

     

    Salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and education of the selected candidate.

     

    Relocation will not be offered for this role.

     

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    Application Deadline

     

    Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

     

    U-M EEO Statement

     

    The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

     

    Job Detail

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    271129

     

    Working Title

     

    Sous Chef

     

    Job Title

     

    Chef

     

    Work Location

     

    Ann Arbor Campus

     

    Ann Arbor, MI

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Onsite

     

    Full/Part Time

     

    Full-Time

     

    Regular/Temporary

     

    Regular

     

    FLSA Status

     

    Nonexempt

     

    Organizational Group

     

    Dsa Housing Services

     

    Department

     

    MI Dining - Administration

     

    Posting Begin/End Date

     

    11/19/2025 - 12/03/2025

     

    Salary

     

    $48,200.00 - $57,800.00

     

    Career Interest

     

    Hospitality