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SpaceX Executive Sous Chef in Starbase, Texas
Executive Sous Chef
Starbase, TX
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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF
The Executive Sous Chef plays a vital role in the company, contributing directly to SpaceX’s success and historical milestones by overseeing teams in multiple outlets fueling the workforce overall and with a particular emphasis on the higher-end food experiences to the company’s guests and/or VIPs. This individual works with the executive chef to conceptualize and oversee multiple outlets and services, ensure consistency across all offerings, and coordinates out-of-this-world employee engagement activities. This position requires a versatile set of restaurant industry skills, an imagination without bounds and a lot of “can-do” attitude.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Follow, set, and enforce standards of operation in multiple kitchen outlets environments and service formats
Support executive chef and/or sous chef/s with operation, team development, and overall department in its entirety
Enforce both food and general workplace safety in all food services areas
Train staff on work planning materials, safety protocols, and health inspection guidelines
Oversee hiring and disciplinary decisions for their team, keeping in mind overall wellbeing of all food services
Coordinate successful openings of new outlets, with particular emphasis on VIP experiences
Continue operation of new outlets throughout the entirety of there existence once in regular day-to-day operation
Plan and meet cost per head targets at their site and/or outlets set by executive chef
Support hiring, development, retention and overall team management for all food service’s staff
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
Culinary degree and 4+ years of industry experience; or 6+ years of industry experience
2+ years of experience in a multi-outlet operation facility
Valid Drivers License
Food Managers Certification
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Culinary degree
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office and Outlook software
Experience in a corporate environment
Experience with high volume or batch cooking
Experience leading a group of 20 or more team members
Advanced knowledge of kitchen equipment and safe kitchen operations
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Kitchen and or dining area renovation/construction experience
Ability to carry large heavy items, such as dishes in tubs or trays unassisted (up to 25 lbs.)
Must have or be able to obtain a ServSafe/equivalent state-recognized manager level food handler certification
Able to stand for long periods of time – up to 8 hours a day
Able to perform frequent bending, stooping, and lifting of objects
Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends
Must participate in internal leadership and development training
Must be willing to travel occasionally
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITARhere (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.