Sous Chef

Upper Crust Food Service • Seattle, WA

22d

About The Position

Sous Chefs work alongside the Head Chef to keep food preparation on track, the kitchen clean and sanitary, and the team coordinated. The role contributes to seasonal and evolving menu concepts while also supporting daily kitchen operations wherever needed. Sous Chefs help plan and execute special events as directed by management and communicate regularly with management by phone, email, and text. The work environment may be loud and busy, with kitchen hazards and possible exposure to extreme heat or cold and cleaning chemicals.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of food service experience, ideally including bulk preparation and production in a commercial kitchen.
• Food 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