Job Description
Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona†s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. Are you passionate about delivering high-quality, great-tasting food; proper food safety and sanitation procedures, and a great dining experience? Grand Canyon University is seeking a Junior Sous Chef. The Junior Sous Chef ensures menu items are executed with excellence in the restaurant. Additionally, the Junior Sous Chef supports managing quality in all aspects of their job. Schedule: Evening and Weekend availability needed! What you will do: Responsible for assigned kitchen section and responsible for controlling mise-en-plas quality, quantity, and the food storage. Understand, monitor, and ensure opening and closing procedures for all kitchen areas; ensure that all crew members are trained in procedures. Assist executive chef in detailed planning and administrative work as needed for efficient food operations. Maintain current recipes and plating guides for all menu offerings; recommends changes as needed based upon trends in guest ordering and feedback. Maintain standards for food production and handling, cooking, food storage, sanitation, safety, and employee hygiene in compliance with appropriate laws and regulations. Other duties as assigned. What you need: Minimum of 3 years of experience in restaurant, hotel or contract food service establishment. Demonstrated proficiency in all stations in the kitchen Culinary degree preferred. Ability to pass pre-employment background investigation Must work nights, weekends and holidays or extended hours as needed. Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University†s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University Why work at GCU: Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events Free covered parking We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program Free on-site gyms on campus GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check. For assistance with your job application please use our External Candidate Job Application Guide. All staff and faculty candidates will be asked to review GCU†s Staff or Faculty expectations as part of the application process. If you†re looking for jobs in admissions/enrollment, accounting, curriculum development, financial aid, human resources, information technology, marketing or other student service-related jobs at Grand Canyon Education, Inc. Visit our partner†s site at for more information.
