Sous Chef

Upper Crust Food Service • Raleigh, NC

14d

About The Position

The Sous Chef works alongside the Head Chef to keep food preparation on track, maintain a clean and well-run kitchen, and help the team work effectively. The role contributes to seasonal and evolving menu concepts while also supporting day-to-day kitchen needs. The Sous Chef helps ensure food is prepared safely, efficiently, and to specification, and may plan and execute special events as directed by management.

The work environment can be loud and busy and may involve hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, slippery floors, extreme heat or cold, and cleaning chemicals. The role requires prolonged standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

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 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