Sous Chef
On-siteLincoln, Nebraska, United States
Lincoln, Nebraska, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeMedium
Full TimeMedium
Job Summary
Support the Head Chef in food preparation, menu concept development, and special event execution while managing additional staff and maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen. Enforce state and local sanitation standards, manage raw ingredient storage, and ensure all food is prepared safely and according to specifications. Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts to maintain outstanding customer service. Collaborate with the team to deliver fresh, from-scratch meals nationwide with a professional attitude.
Required Qualifications
- classically trained Sous Chef
- driven by their love and passion for food
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
- Understand food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures
- Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures
- Be familiar with the industry's best practices
- Ability to pass a background check
- Have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or obtain one within 30 days of employment
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
Desired Qualifications
- 2+ years of food service skills or related experience
- Have experience with bulk food prep and production in a commercial kitchen setting
- High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety
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