REAL Food re-fined. Sous Chef (PM Shift) | College Campus Dining |

Santa Clara, CA Mission College:

3000 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95054

Compensation:

$29.00/hr |

Full-Time Schedule:

Monday-Thursday:

11:30 AM

•8

PM & Friday:

8 AM

•3 PM

•Lead from the Front. Cook with Purpose. Are you a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen? Do you enjoy mentoring teams, producing exceptional food, and creating memorable dining experiences? Join Thomas Cuisine as a Sous Chef at Mission College and help lead a high-volume dining program that serves fresh, scratch-made food to students, faculty, and guests every day. In this role, you'll partner with the Executive Chef to oversee daily culinary operations, coach and develop team members, drive food quality and consistency, and help deliver an outstanding dining experience across campus dining and catering events. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced culinary professional ready to grow their leadership career while staying actively involved in the kitchen. What You'll Do Partner with the Executive Chef to lead daily operations in a busy college dining environment. Work alongside the team during production and service, providing hands-on culinary leadership. Ensure consistent execution of scratch-made recipes, quality standards, and presentation. Train, coach, and motivate culinary team members while fostering a positive kitchen culture. Coordinate production schedules and workflow to support efficient service. Support campus dining, catering events, and special functions. Maintain excellent food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards. Assist with inventory management, ordering, food cost controls, and waste reduction. Ensure proper handling of special diets, allergens, and food-safety procedures. Assume leadership responsibilities in the Executive Chef's absence. What You'll Bring 3+ years of progressive culinary experience, including leadership responsibilities. Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Lead Cook, Kitchen Manager, or similar role preferred. Experience in high-volume foodservice, such as college dining, restaurants, catering, hotels, healthcare, or contract foodservice. Passion for scratch cooking, fresh ingredients, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize and perform under pressure during peak service periods. Working knowledge of inventory management, food cost controls, and production systems. ServSafe® Certification, or ability to obtain upon hire. Food Handler Card, if required by state or local regulations. Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen. Why Join Thomas Cuisine? At Thomas Cuisine, we're passionate about preparing REAL Food re-fined . We believe great food has the power to nourish, inspire, and build community. You'll join a team that values culinary craftsmanship, teamwork, hospitality, and continuous growth while making a meaningful impact on the student experience every day. Ready to take the next step in your culinary leadership career? Apply today! Physical and Sensory Requirements This job involves regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and a kitchen environment with fumes, airborne particles, and moderate noise. Employees must have the physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift trays, and perform repetitive tasks. Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, extreme temperatures, and vibration may occur. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities. At Thomas Cuisine, our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our communities. What We Offer! Life/Work Integration Paid Bereavement Leave Paid Parental Leave Paid Baby Bonding Leave Paid Elder Care Leave Paid Time Off (Accrued) Paid Holidays Health & Wellness 3 Medical Plans (Blue Cross) Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage Reimbursed Wellness Massages (Portion of cost) Voluntary HSA with Company Match Voluntary FSA Free Employee Assistance Program (Behavioral Health Support) Access to Wellness Initiatives (Fitness Memberships, etc.) Financial Wellness 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance Company-Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Policy Voluntary Short-Term Disability Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and/or child(ren) Life Insurance, with AD&D Plus A supportive, collaborative work environment Opportunities for growth Who We Are Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Our people are purposeful, they care about food and quality, and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish, but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our growing community. Our commitment to you At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture. REAL Food | Genuine Service |

Enduring Relationships Pay:

$29.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you willing and able to commit to working the schedule specified in the job posting?

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

progressive culinary: 3 years (Required) high-volume, scratch cooking: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

ServSafe (Required) Food Handler Certification (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Saratoga, CA 95070 (Required)

Work Location:

In person