Sous Chef – Campus Dining

Recruiting Partner: Robert Goebel

Dallas, Texas | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $70,000 to $75,000 | Job ID: 163306

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Sous Chef – Prestigious Executive Campus

Weekday Lunch Service | Elevated Weekend Events | Refined Culinary Program

We are seeking a talented and driven Sous Chef to support the culinary program at one of the country’s most prestigious executive campuses—serving global business leaders, top foundations, and civic changemakers. This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a professional, mission-driven team delivering exceptional food in a dynamic and structured environment.

About the Role:

As Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the Executive Chef to manage daily operations across:

  • Monday–Friday à la carte lunch and bar menu service (evenings until 7:00 PM)
  • Weekends focused on high-level private events, banquets, and corporate receptions

This role requires a balanced approach—supporting consistency during weekday service while executing high-end weekend events with precision and creativity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in overseeing all kitchen operations, including prep, service, and event execution
  • Help lead and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring a positive and productive work culture
  • Support menu planning and execution for lunch service and private events
  • Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, and sanitation
  • Assist in managing food and labor costs to support overall kitchen profitability
  • Collaborate with FOH managers and event teams for smooth, successful service
  • Step in as acting chef in the absence of the Executive Chef

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Experience as a Sous Chef upscale dining or event-driven environments
  • Well-rounded skills in both à la carte service and banquet production
  • Team-oriented, dependable, and calm under pressure
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Flexible availability, including weekends for event execution
  • ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred

Why Join Us:

  • Be part of a mission-aligned, respected culinary program serving elite clientele
  • Enjoy a structured weekday schedule and rewarding, creative event work on weekends
  • Join a professional, supportive team with high standards and a passion for excellence
  • Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth under experienced leadership

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

 

JOB ID: 163306

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

Robert Goebel

Senior Recruiting Partner

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