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Sous Chef Shoals Marine Lab
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University of New Hampshire .
This supervisory position supports all aspects of operating the Shoals Marine Laboratory kitchen on Appledore Island, working under the Head Chef to oversee kitchen staff, student workers, and volunteers. Responsibilities include assisting with the planning and preparation of 20+ meals per week for up to 100 residents and visitors, ensuring meals are made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients when possible. The role also involves meal planning, food procurement, kitchen maintenance, and maintaining a clean and safe workspace. Additionally, the position takes full responsibility for kitchen operations when the Head Chef is off the island, emphasizing sustainability and food waste reduction. The individual fosters an inclusive and welcoming environment and provides excellent customer service. Availability for emergency response while on duty, serving as a crew member on commercial vessels, and operating small boats are key responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Duties/Responsibilities
Supervise all employees working in the SML kitchen, consisting of a core team, student workers, and occasional volunteers.
Assist and sometimes lead the planning and preparation of 20+ meals per week for Appledore Island for up to 100 residents and additional groups of day visitors, primarily from scratch utilizing local producers when feasible.
Participate in regular meal planning, special event meal planning, food preparation, food transportation, kitchen cleaning, dishwashing, and food storage.
Maintain a clean and safe operating environment in the SML kitchen at all times.
Take responsibility for SML kitchen operations when the Head Chef is off island.
Manage food procurement under the supervision of the SML Head Chef.
Maintain a keen focus on sustainability and food waste reduction.
Provide exemplary customer service.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for students, researchers, and visitors.
Implement initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Be available for consultation and emergency response at all times, on scheduled working days, and while on SML property and vessels.
Serve as a crew member on board a commercial vessel, and operate small vessels.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience
Experience managing dining services teams in successful execution of regular meal service for large groups.
Ensure a culture of cooking from scratch when possible and in a healthy manner.
Experience in addressing allergy, food preferences and food intolerances in a discrete and safe manner.
Knowledge of basic computer skills; proven organization skills; attention to detail and experience managing multiple tasks.
Eligibility for employment in the United States.
Ability to successfully participate in pre‑employment and random drug testing.
Meet the University of New Hampshire’s hiring requirements for both criminal and driving history (background checks are required).
Interest in working in a remote educational environment.
Good communication skills and ability to work well with students, faculty and other staff members in an isolated environment.
ServSafe Manager Certificate (or willingness to obtain in first two weeks of employment).
Required Licenses & Certifications
Serve as a crew member on board a commercial or an oceanographic vessel, Valid Driver’s License and safe driving record.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Experience managing food service in remote locations or aboard vessels for large groups of people.
Experience working with local food producers and vendors to develop fresh and local menus.
Positive energy and leadership; interest in healthy and sustainable cuisine; experience accommodating dietary restrictions.
Special interest in sustainable and local food.
ServSafe Manager Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
Other Requirements
Shoals Marine Laboratory (SML) is a residential, teaching facility located on Appledore Island, Isles of Shoals, Maine. The island field station is open seasonally from May to September and supports students, faculty, visitors and staff in a close‑knit, sustainable community.
Room and board are provided for island staff. All staff serve the island community as a team with each department working together to support SML’s programs.
Living and working on a remote island is a unique experience that requires that everyone pitch in to help, even when it is not part of their job description or during scheduled hours; this includes cleaning up after meals, transporting goods, operating as crew aboard vessels, and generally being supportive and helpful with other community members.
The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. All UNH youth program staff are subject to a criminal background check as required by NH state law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training.
Applicant Instructions Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Contact Information for 3 Professional References
Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested will not be reviewed.
Application Review Application review will begin January 12.
Position Details Residential position that requires living on remote island 5 nights a week. Position dates May 4 – September 13, 2026.
Compensation Pay Range $1,250 per week.
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188‑acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
EEO Statement The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Location Durham
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Higher Education
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Sous Chef Shoals Marine Lab
role at
University of New Hampshire .
This supervisory position supports all aspects of operating the Shoals Marine Laboratory kitchen on Appledore Island, working under the Head Chef to oversee kitchen staff, student workers, and volunteers. Responsibilities include assisting with the planning and preparation of 20+ meals per week for up to 100 residents and visitors, ensuring meals are made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients when possible. The role also involves meal planning, food procurement, kitchen maintenance, and maintaining a clean and safe workspace. Additionally, the position takes full responsibility for kitchen operations when the Head Chef is off the island, emphasizing sustainability and food waste reduction. The individual fosters an inclusive and welcoming environment and provides excellent customer service. Availability for emergency response while on duty, serving as a crew member on commercial vessels, and operating small boats are key responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Duties/Responsibilities
Supervise all employees working in the SML kitchen, consisting of a core team, student workers, and occasional volunteers.
Assist and sometimes lead the planning and preparation of 20+ meals per week for Appledore Island for up to 100 residents and additional groups of day visitors, primarily from scratch utilizing local producers when feasible.
Participate in regular meal planning, special event meal planning, food preparation, food transportation, kitchen cleaning, dishwashing, and food storage.
Maintain a clean and safe operating environment in the SML kitchen at all times.
Take responsibility for SML kitchen operations when the Head Chef is off island.
Manage food procurement under the supervision of the SML Head Chef.
Maintain a keen focus on sustainability and food waste reduction.
Provide exemplary customer service.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for students, researchers, and visitors.
Implement initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Be available for consultation and emergency response at all times, on scheduled working days, and while on SML property and vessels.
Serve as a crew member on board a commercial vessel, and operate small vessels.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience
Experience managing dining services teams in successful execution of regular meal service for large groups.
Ensure a culture of cooking from scratch when possible and in a healthy manner.
Experience in addressing allergy, food preferences and food intolerances in a discrete and safe manner.
Knowledge of basic computer skills; proven organization skills; attention to detail and experience managing multiple tasks.
Eligibility for employment in the United States.
Ability to successfully participate in pre‑employment and random drug testing.
Meet the University of New Hampshire’s hiring requirements for both criminal and driving history (background checks are required).
Interest in working in a remote educational environment.
Good communication skills and ability to work well with students, faculty and other staff members in an isolated environment.
ServSafe Manager Certificate (or willingness to obtain in first two weeks of employment).
Required Licenses & Certifications
Serve as a crew member on board a commercial or an oceanographic vessel, Valid Driver’s License and safe driving record.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Experience managing food service in remote locations or aboard vessels for large groups of people.
Experience working with local food producers and vendors to develop fresh and local menus.
Positive energy and leadership; interest in healthy and sustainable cuisine; experience accommodating dietary restrictions.
Special interest in sustainable and local food.
ServSafe Manager Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
Other Requirements
Shoals Marine Laboratory (SML) is a residential, teaching facility located on Appledore Island, Isles of Shoals, Maine. The island field station is open seasonally from May to September and supports students, faculty, visitors and staff in a close‑knit, sustainable community.
Room and board are provided for island staff. All staff serve the island community as a team with each department working together to support SML’s programs.
Living and working on a remote island is a unique experience that requires that everyone pitch in to help, even when it is not part of their job description or during scheduled hours; this includes cleaning up after meals, transporting goods, operating as crew aboard vessels, and generally being supportive and helpful with other community members.
The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. All UNH youth program staff are subject to a criminal background check as required by NH state law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training.
Applicant Instructions Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Contact Information for 3 Professional References
Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested will not be reviewed.
Application Review Application review will begin January 12.
Position Details Residential position that requires living on remote island 5 nights a week. Position dates May 4 – September 13, 2026.
Compensation Pay Range $1,250 per week.
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188‑acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
EEO Statement The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Location Durham
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Higher Education
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