Catering Sous Chef

Catering Sous Chef | Creative Dining Services

The Sous Chef supports the Catering Chef Manager & Executive Chef in producing high‑quality, safe, and cost‑effective food. Works collaboratively with the dining services team and assists with all aspects of catering operations to ensure excellent hospitality. Some evenings and weekends required based on scheduled events.

Core Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate production and temperature logs, including food usage, overages/shortages, customer counts, and all required cooling, holding, and storage temperatures.
• Time food production so all items are ready for service, following Function Sheets to meet menu specifications and event timelines.
• Produce and maintain prep sheets and duty rosters to support efficient daily workflow.
• Store, label, and date all food items according to safety and quality standards.
• Communicate production needs and operational concerns to the Executive Chef promptly and appropriately.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Culinary Arts degree preferred
• 1 – 3 years cooking experience, including prep and catering execution
• ServSafe Certification
• First Aid training
• Self-starter who takes ownership and thrives in a team-oriented environment

Benefits:

• Free meal + drinks every shift
• Daily pay option – get paid when you need it
• 24 hours holiday pay after just 60 days
• Free access to Hope College fitness center after just 60 days
• Free entry to Hope College sports & campus events
• Retail discounts at the campus bookstore + markets

Additional Benefits for Full time:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance
• Accrued Paid Time Off, Quarterly Bonuses, 9 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with match
• Hope College tuition assistance (you or dependents)

On-the-job culinary training:

• Rouxbe (online culinary program used by top restaurants)
• Hospitality Training Institute of Michigan

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

Work in a commercial kitchen with hot, cold, or humid conditions. Role requires standing, moving equipment and inventory, and lifting up to 25 lbs. Includes AM/PM shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional extended hours. Accommodations available as needed.

If this sounds like you, why wait? Apply today!

About Creative Dining Services

Creative Dining Services is an equal opportunity, and veteran friendly employer who partners with colleges and universities, Fortune 100 companies, and specialty venues to provide fresh, high-quality dining experiences focused on hospitality, integrity, and innovation.