Culinary Apprentice to Sous Chef

Ripple & Company • Lafayette, IN

9h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an eager, driven individual with a deep passion for food to join our kitchen team. This is not a standard line-cook position; it is a dedicated mentorship program. Over an agreed timeline, you will be rigorously cross-trained in every aspect of professional cooking, menu development, and kitchen operations to eventually step into a Sous Chef role.

Requirements

• An insatiable appetite for learning, a positive attitude, and a high level of receptiveness to feedback.
• Some basic kitchen or prep experience is helpful, but a formal culinary degree is not required.
• Your drive and dedication are your most valuable assets.
• Ability to stand for long periods, work in a fast-paced environment, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in the food and hospitality industry.

Responsibilities

• Master foundational cooking methods (roasting, sautéing, searing, poaching), knife skills, and flavor profiling.
• Gain hands-on experience and eventual leadership of every station in the kitchen.
• Learn back-of-house logistics, including inventory tracking, ordering, and proper food storage.
• Develop the soft skills needed to manage a team, communicate effectively during a rush, and expedite food.
• Master health codes, cross-contamination prevention, and safety compliance.

Benefits

• One-on-one training and career progression guidance directly from our Executive Chef.
• A clear, defined pathway from a trainee to a full-fledged Sous Chef.
• Hourly pay rate with scheduled performance and compensation reviews as milestones are met.
• meals
• health care
• paid vacations for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed