Sous Chef

Reports to: Head Chef FLSA Classification: Non-ExemptStatus: Part Time Gender: AnyShift: 6:30am-2:30pmTHE CENTERThe Flance Early Learning Center is a diverse early childhood community that respects and nurtures children and adults in a trusting culture of love, empathy, compassion, and joy. An integral part of our mission and practice is to develop partnerships with families and community organizations that prepare and empower children to embrace learning, a strong sense of self, and social connection as essential tools for growth and achievement.Overall ResponsibilityThe Sous Chef assists the chef in preparing and cooking large quantities of food for the children and staff of Flance Early Learning Center. Responsible for ensuring the timely washing and cleaning of tableware, pots, pans, and cooking/kitchen equipment. Ensures the sanitation & cleanliness of kitchen.Essential Tasks and ResponsibilitiesInteractionsRetrieve carts and obtain student numbers in the morningDeliver food items to classroomsImplementationPrepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely mannerOperate standard kitchen equipment safety and efficientlyAdhere to all sanitation and food production codesFollow recipes and presentation specificationsPractice good safety and sanitationPlanningCleans and organizes the kitchen and equipmentWash pots, pans, dishes, utensils and other cooking equipmentRestock items as needed throughout the shiftSkills and AttributesTime management – Manage time accordingly to meet children feeding needsAttention to detail and ability to follow throughProfessional appearance and demeanorQuality control – ensure all products stored, served, etc. meet guidelinesMust be extremely well-organized and flexible; strong time management skills and able to multi-task and work in a sometimes-chaotic environment in which he/she is rarely able to complete a task without interruptionDesire to work around children and families, people of all agesMust be able to lift a minimum of 50lbsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneEnvironmental FactorsHot, humid conditions in kitchen. Danger of burns from stoves or hot liquids.Education/ExperienceFood Handler/Safe Serve certification preferred, must be obtained within 60 daysOne year (two years preferred) experience at a restaurant, school, university, etc.Flance Early Learning Center is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for all positions equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic condition, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation (real or perceived), any disability as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act, or for any other characteristic protected by applicable United States federal or state law.