Sous Chef

Upper Crust Food Service • Tuscaloosa, AL

3d

About The Position

The Sous Chef works alongside the Head Chef to keep food preparation on track, maintain a clean kitchen, and support the team. The role contributes to seasonal and evolving menu concepts while helping execute daily kitchen operations. The Sous Chef may step in wherever needed and plans and executes special events as directed by management.

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.
• Comfort standing for 8 or more hours per shift and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk, bend, and stoop, and to stand for long periods.
• Ability to work around hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, slippery floors, possible extreme heat or cold, and cleaning chemicals.

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