Sous Chef

Upper Crust Food Service • West Lafayette, IN

5d

About The Position

The Sous Chef works alongside the Head Chef to keep food preparation on track, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and help the team work effectively. The role contributes to seasonal and evolving menu concepts while supporting day-to-day kitchen needs. It also involves helping plan and execute special events as directed by management and communicating regularly with management by phone, email, and text.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of food service experience, ideally including bulk preparation and production in a commercial kitchen.
• Food safety handler and sanitation certification, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfort working with a variety of personalities under pressure.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to stand for shifts of 8 or more hours and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Head Chef to ensure food is prepared safely, efficiently, and to specification.
• Collaborate on seasonal, evolving menu concepts.
• Keep the kitchen and dining room clean and sanitary.
• Wash utensils, equipment, and dishes as needed.
• Help unload, inspect, and store raw ingredients and supplies.
• Enforce food safety and sanitation standards in accordance with state and local regulations.
• Plan and execute special events as directed by management.
• Communicate regularly with management by phone, email, and text.

What This Job Offers

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