Creative Sous Chef — Seasonal Menus & Great Benefits

Upper Crust Food Service; Greencastle (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very few late nights and weekend hours

Time off for most holidays

Paid vacations

A competitive 401K with company match

Health, dental, vision, and pet保险

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Sous Chef who loves food and people. You will assist the Head Chef in prep, safety, and staff management while helping to create evolving menus and maintain a clean, efficient kitchen and dining area.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strong communication, and professional conduct in a high-energy kitchen environment with opportunities for growth and involvement in special events.

Qualifications

• Must work well as part of a team.
• Follow all sanitation procedures and safety rules.
• Understand food handling and cooking techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Learn industry best practices and adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef in safe, efficient food prep per specs.
• Collaborate to create seasonal menu concepts.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room.
• Wash utensils, equipment and dishes.
• Assist with loading, inspecting, and storing ingredients.
• Enforce sanitation and food safety standards.
• Maintain professionalism with coworkers and customers.
• Assist in planning and executing special events as directed.
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Skills

Teamwork

Sanitation procedures

Food handling techniques

Interpersonal skills

Communication (verbal & written)

Pressure management

Industry best practices

Education

High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Sous Chef who loves food and people. You will assist the Head Chef in prep, safety, and staff management while helping to create evolving menus and maintain a clean, efficient kitchen and dining area.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strong communication, and professional conduct in a high-energy kitchen environment with opportunities for growth and involvement in special events.