Sous Chef

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

16d•$90,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Sous Chef oversees teams across multiple food-service outlets, helping fuel the SpaceX workforce and delivering higher-end dining experiences for guests and VIPs. Working with the chefs, this role conceptualizes and oversees outlets and services, maintains consistency across offerings, and coordinates employee engagement activities. The position calls for broad restaurant-industry skills, creativity, and a can-do attitude.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
At least 3 years of sous chef or culinary management experience.
Ability to carry large, heavy items unassisted, up to 25 lbs.
Ability to stand for long periods, up to 8–12 hours a day.
Ability to frequently bend, stoop, and lift objects throughout the shift.
Must be able to work all shifts and be available for extended hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Must participate in internal leadership and development training.

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.
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, emphasizing local, sustainable, and organic items.
Plan and create menus, emphasizing seasonal items and creative choices.
Purchase and manage inventory.
Enforce food quality.
Hold staff meetings addressing food safety, quality issues, and innovations.
Ensure the physical kitchen and café space are safe.
Cater company events as needed.
Create a pleasant and fun environment for SpaceX employees to meet and share a meal.
Build a structure for in-house catering and support company and special events.

Benefits

May be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
May accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy.