AM Jr Sous Chef

Flagship Facility Services, Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Snacks and meals provided

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Flagship Culinary Services is seeking a Jr. Sous Chef to lead in a fast-paced corporate café kitchen, preparing high-quality meals with locally sourced ingredients while maintaining safety and consistency.

The role emphasizes leadership, staff scheduling, recipe adherence, and collaboration with management to deliver excellent service for a corporate client base. Experience in 3–5 years of kitchen management and ServSafe certification are preferred; Monday–Friday shifts, medical/dental/vision

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills with ability to manage hourly staff.
• Experience in high-volume kitchen operations and knife proficiency.
• Knowledge of OSHA and health‑department sanitation standards; ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and uphold food-safety guidelines.
• Plan, schedule, and oversee staff, including Kronos time‑clock activity and performance management.
• Ensure consistent recipe adherence and kitchen hygiene, including daily line checks and inventory management.
• Set and monitor prep and production goals to meet café standards.
• Enforce safety culture, conduct line checks, and maintain Health Department audit standards.
• Coaching, counseling, and disciplining of hourly employees; apply productivity standards.

Skills

Verbal communication

Culinary skills

Leadership

OSHA & sanitation knowledge

Microsoft Office / ERP proficiency

Spanish language ability

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

Position: Jr. Sous Chef

Company: Flagship Culinary Services

Pay Range: $75,000 – $85,000 per annum

Location: (not specified)

Job Summary

Assist in leadership and day‑to‑day operations of the café kitchen, preparing high‑quality, locally sourced meals while ensuring safety, quality, and efficient service. Work within a fast‑paced, collaborative environment for a corporate client base.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment and uphold food‑safety guidelines.
• Plan, schedule, and oversee staff, including Kronos time‑clock activity and performance management.
• Ensure consistent recipe adherence and kitchen hygiene, including daily line checks and inventory management.
• Set and monitor prep and production goals to meet café standards.
• Enforce safety culture, conduct line checks, and maintain Health Department audit standards (≥90%).
• Coaching, counseling, and disciplining of hourly employees; apply productivity standards.
• Collaborate with upper management and HR on corrective actions, performance reviews, and employee development.
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance customer experience and build mutual trust among team members.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication and ability to adapt style to audience.
• Strong culinary skills and knife proficiency for fast, efficient preparation.
• Leadership skills, including delegation and accountability.
• Knowledge of OSHA and health‑department sanitation standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, ERP, and other business software.
• Spanish language ability is a plus.

Experience & Education

• 3‑5 years of kitchen management in a full‑service, moderate‑to‑high‑volume restaurant (or equivalent).
• Culinary degree preferred but not required.
• Track record of safety, attendance, and performance excellence.

Required Certifications & Physical Demands

• Active Management‑Level Food Handlers’ Certification (ServSafe) or local equivalent.
• Must lift up to 20lbsingle and 21‑40lboccasionally; heavier loads require two people.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, squatting, and kneeling; good balance and vision required.
• Ability to work in hot environments, wet/greasy surfaces, and around food allergens.

Benefits & Work Schedule

• Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 5:30AM‑3:30PM; weekends off.
• Snacks and meals provided during shifts.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick days.
• 401(k) with company match.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Flagship is an equal‑opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business needs. The company does not discriminate on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected under applicable law.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Flagship complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable accommodations to enable qualified applicants with disabilities to perform essential job functions.