Sous Chef

Do you strive to create amazing culinary experiences?

Sodexo is seeking a Sous Chef at the College of New Jersey. The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), located in Ewing, is a public undergraduate-focused institution known for its strong academic programs, small class sizes, and close interaction between students and faculty. Within the campus’s Brower Student Center is Traditions, a casual sit-down restaurant that provides a more relaxed dining experience compared with typical campus dining halls. Traditions offers a menu of American-style comfort foods such as burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, and desserts, and features a restaurant-style setting where students, faculty, and visitors can gather to eat and socialize. As part of the student center, it also contributes to campus life by serving as a social space for meetings, events, and informal gatherings. 

• Assist the Manager in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient service and smooth workflow.
• Lead and support a team of kitchen staff, including mentoring and training to ensure optimal performance.
• Oversee food preparation and cooking for multiple stations, ensuring consistent quality and presentation.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in ordering supplies, ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently with minimal waste.
• Ensure adherence to all food safety and sanitation standards.
• Contribute to menu development and recipe creation, keeping the offerings fresh and appealing to customers.
• Work with front-of-house supervisors to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Oversee production of grab-and-go packaged foods and ensure timely deliveries to other campus locations.
• Manage kitchen operations during peak periods, adjusting workflow and delegating tasks as necessary.
• Assist with catering, special events, and any additional food service needs.

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar culinary leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, late-night kitchen environment.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work well under pressure.
• A passion for food and innovation, with a customer-focused mindset.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred.

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience