Executive Sous Chef

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team at Food for Thought. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, managing staff, and ensuring the highest quality standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Chef Manager in managing staff and stepping in when short-staffed.
• Maintain a strong understanding of how all cafés and commissary kitchens operate.
• Be responsible for all food and beverage purchasing from vendors and managing and recording inventory.
• Work closely with the Chef Manager in the planning and costing of weekly menu specials utilizing the on-hand product and working within budget constraints.
• Work closely with the Chef Manager in executing special events.
• Manage and help execute Catering events and upkeep of Grab and Go machines.
• Meet with the Chef Manager daily to discuss next day's prep lists (kitchen, catering events, grab and go, etc.), new menu and general updates.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation is maintained in the BOH.
• Assist other cafés, if needed.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of culinary leadership experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient computer skills and exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to read, write and understand the English language to effectively communicate with guests, coworkers, and vendors.
• Effective organizational skills to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Food Handler or Food Service Manager Certificate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Culinary Arts
• Creativity and adaptability to challenges.
• Ability to work in a team, as well as on individual tasks.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with other team members.
• Ability to budget and manage inventory.

Why Join Our Team:

• Excellent training
• Employee Referral bonuses
• Flexible scheduling
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive Pay
• Anniversary Milestone Incentives

Company Benefits & Perks:

• Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance – Includes Spouse and Domestic Partner Coverage

1. Health Provider - Blue Cross Blue Shield
2. Dental Provider: Guardian
3. Vision Provider: VSP

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) & Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

1. Mental Health, Relationship Conflicts, Child and Eldercare, Substance Abuse, Grief and Loss

• Assistance for you and household members
• (3) In Person Sessions
• Unlimited phone access
• Parental Leave – Equal benefits to Mothers and Fathers
• 401K Retirement Plan
• FFT University - Over 70 courses designed to enhance your skills in life and on the job to help your career growth.
• Employee Meal Plan
• Employee Discounts (Pet Insurance, Entertainment, Travel, Company Discounts, and much more).

Company Values & Culture:

• Collaboration & Open Communication
• Diverse, Inclusive, Safe, and Motivating
• Our Triple Bottom Line – People, Product and Planet
• A Net Positive Organization

Grow with Us:

We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed in their careers. With an average tenure of 5 years, we are proud to offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters growth and development.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, move, reach, grab, and stand for long periods of time. As well as stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally be required to lift and carry items of 40+ pounds for a moderate distance.

EEO Statement:

Food For Thought provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

E-Verify Participation:

Food For Thought participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.

Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.