Catering Sous Chef - Plum Market
About The Position
The Catering Sous Chef leads the culinary production for Plum Market’s Corporate Client program, executing elevated, scratch-made menus that reflect our commitment to natural, organic, and locally sourced ingredients. This hands-on culinary leader is responsible for preparing high-quality food, supporting menu development, supervising BOH catering operations, and ensuring every event meets or exceeds Plum Market’s food and service standards. The Catering Sous Chef plays a key role in maintaining production excellence, creativity, and consistency in a fast-paced catering environment.
Requirements
- Proven culinary experience in catering, restaurant, or foodservice environments.
- Strong cooking and prep skills with a focus on presentation and execution.
- Experience supervising a team and leading kitchen production for events.
- Excellent communication and time management skills.
- Ability to support menu development and seasonal offerings.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and early mornings.
- Physical ability to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break.
- Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects, climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and push/pull carts weighing up to 100 lbs. unassisted.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with catering logistics and production planning preferred.
- ServSafe Manager certification preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
Responsibilities
- Support culinary execution for all catering events, ensuring food quality, presentation, and timing meet Plum Market’s standards.
- Collaborate with the Catering Coordinator and Executive Chef to review BEOs and align production with event needs.
- Assist with recipe development and food styling for catering menus, seasonal promotions, and specialty events.
- Lead kitchen prep and production for both on- and off-site catering functions.
- Supervise BOH catering staff, delegate tasks, and provide direction to ensure operational efficiency.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen environment.
- Assist with inventory, ordering, and cost management as needed.
- Uphold all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
- Train and mentor Team Members on culinary techniques, food safety, and service expectations.
- Communicate effectively with the Catering and Prepared Foods leadership team to ensure seamless execution.
Benefits
- Flexible Scheduling – Full-time and part-time positions available with a variety of retail shifts to support work-life balance.
- Comprehensive Training – We invest in our Team Members with exceptional training programs.
- Competitive Holiday Pay – Earn time and a half for working on five federally recognized holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving.
- Career Growth Opportunities – As a growing company, we provide promotional pathways, so you can grow with us!
- Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- 401(k) with Company Match – Available after just six months.
- Team Member Discounts – Enjoy 20% off grocery purchases and 50% off Team Member meals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
