Sous Chef

SpaceX•Cape Canaveral, FL

29d

About The Position

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOUS CHEF RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage cost controls and control expenditures Create pricing schedules for all meals Source high quality ingredients with a focus on local, sustainable, and organic items Plan and create all menus with an emphasis on seasonal items and creative menu choices Purchase and manage inventory Enforce food quality Hold staff meetings for food safety, quality issues, and innovations Ensure safety of physical kitchen and café space Cater company events as needed Create a pleasant and fun environment for SpaceX employees to meet and share a meal Build a structure to deliver in-house catering and support company and special events

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of sous chef or culinary management experience
Ability to pass Space Force background check for Cape Canaveral
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Nice To Haves

Degree in culinary arts
High volume production and catering experience
Proven ability to create innovative menus on a daily basis
Ability to perform under pressure
Excellent communication skills
Possess a creative spirit and ability to make the culinary experience part of the SpaceX culture

Responsibilities

Manage cost controls and control expenditures
Create pricing schedules for all meals
Source high quality ingredients with a focus on local, sustainable, and organic items
Plan and create all menus with an emphasis on seasonal items and creative menu choices
Purchase and manage inventory
Enforce food quality
Hold staff meetings for food safety, quality issues, and innovations
Ensure safety of physical kitchen and café space
Cater company events as needed
Create a pleasant and fun environment for SpaceX employees to meet and share a meal
Build a structure to deliver in-house catering and support company and special events