Sous Chef (Concordia Language Villages)

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Position Details

Position Title:
Sous Chef (Concordia Language Villages)

Position Type:
Staff

Location:
Bemidji Minnesota

Employment Type:
Hourly Non-Exempt

Benefit Eligible:
Yes

Open Until Filled:
Yes

General Employment Period:
January - December (year-round)

General Work Schedule (days of week):
Varies

General shift hours:
Varies

Job Summary:
About the Role

At Concordia Language Villages Culinary Arts is an integral part of creating immersive cultural experiences for learners from around the world. Nestled in the beautiful North Woods of Minnesota this is far more than a traditional kitchen role offering the opportunity to combine culinary creativity cultural exploration teamwork and leadership while contributing to an extraordinary mission-driven organization.

Primary responsibilities include being a member of highly effective team which researches and creates recipes and menus that produce culturally authentic and culturally immersive food sometimes leading a team andcontinuing ona path of continuous professional growth.

Position Responsibilities
Support the mission and vision of Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages anddemonstratethe competencies as defined for this position.

• Menu/Recipe Development and Curriculum Support
  • Coordinate with language communities to research and create culturally authentic menus for the assigned language group that align with the curricular goals of programs.
  • Research and develop recipes that support the designed menus.
  • Plan these menus and recipes within budgetary constraints.
  • Maintain menu and recipe information for future use.
    
• Provide TeamSupportthrough Staff Supervision
  
  • Participate inrecruiting andhiring team members.
  • Supervisedailywork of team members.
  • Schedule team members.
  • Document and take action to correctjob relatedbehavior that does not meet communicated performance standards.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and Minnesota Food Code requirements.
• Providing TeamSupportthroughFood Production
  • Prepare cookserveand clean up culturally authentic meals.
  • Anticipate daily thawing needs.
  • Anticipate and correctpossible foodshortages.
  • Maintain food inventory qualitysafetyand sanitation standards.
  • Order food and supplies necessary for production.
  • Manage food waste.
  • Ensure an organized and clean food service work areamaintainedto Minnesota Food Code and Concordia Language
  • Villages standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
  • Ensure environmental practices are followed in kitchen work areas.
  • Fulfill the role of Summer Camp Chef during the summer months.
• ProvideTeam Support through Staff Development and Training
  
  • Coordinate and implement a Personal Professional Development Plan in conjunction with Administration and Language
  • Groups which includes certifications in the Culinary Arts and/or Education fields.
  • Assistwith the implementation of training workshops and sessions for all Culinary Arts Department members.
    
• Other Duties as assigned
  
  • Preform other duties based on the needs of other departments within Concordia Language Villages and Concordia College as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 4years experiencein a related field
• Mustbe able to read and write
• Able toworka varied schedule including early mornings evenings andweekendsas necessary.

Preferred:

• Quantitycookingexperience
• Menu planning and ordering experience
• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree (4-year degree)
• Culinary Degree
• Food Industry certifications
• 5 years commercial cooking experience
• 3 years supervision experience

Benefits and Salary:

Concordia College is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package:

• Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Preventative Chiropractic Program
• Retirement Plan
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time only)
• Life Insurance (full-time only)
• Eligible for Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave
• 13 Paid holidays including the time off between Christmas and New Years
• Up to 100% tuition with discounts and scholarships for yourself and dependents at Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages
• Up to 50% tuition discount for dependents with Oak Grove Lutheran Schools
• Up to 100% tuition discounts for dependents with participating partners: CIC-TEP ELCA schools and Tuition Exchange Inc.
• Extras: access to athletic facilities library fitness classes athletic events theatre events purchase dining on campus free MATbus rides
• Salary 16.73 - 20.72USDHourly Wage

The final salary will be determined based on factors such as education experience skills certifications and alignment with the positions requirements. Other considerations may include internal equity and market conditions.

Employment Contingencies:
Background Check

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is located in Bemidji position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents
  • None
• Optional Documents
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • List of References
  • Licensure
  • Certification
  • Training
  • Other

Nondiscrimination Statement

Concordia College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race color creed sex religion national origin age veteran status disability genetic information sexual orientation gender identity marital status familial status public assistance status membership or activity in a local human rights commission or any other legally protected status. The College is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Inquiries regarding this policy may be directed to the Office of Human Resources Concordia College 901 8th Street South Moorhead MN 56562 .

Required Experience:

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