Executive Kitchen Lead - Prepared Foods & Team Growth

Plum Market Corporation; Bloomfield Township (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Plum Market in Bloomfield Township, MI is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the Prepared Foods Department in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. You will oversee daily BOH operations, ensure quality and safety, and train team members to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You are a hands-on leader who motivates staff, maintains standards, and upholds Plum Market’s commitment to organic, local, and specialty ingredients. Flexible shifts including evenings and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in culinary leadership roles, ideally in foodservice or retail food operations.
• Knowledge of food preparation, kitchen safety, sanitation standards, and inventory practices.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with ability to coach and direct teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and kitchen management systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee BOH operations, ensuring proper prep, production, and execution of all menu items.
• Serve as department lead in the absence of the Chef de Cuisine, ensuring smooth operations and team accountability.
• Train and support BOH Team Members to maintain high food quality, safety, and consistency.
• Support production scheduling, prep guides, and department planning based on Guest needs and seasonal programs.
• Enforce all food safety and sanitation procedures, ensuring compliance with Plum Market standards.
• Lead by example in communication, attitude, teamwork, and professionalism.
• Address Customer and Team Member concerns in a respectful and timely manner.
• Assist with performance management including feedback, coaching, and disciplinary action when necessary.
• Partner with department leadership to maintain labor goals, manage shrink, and support inventory accuracy.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Kitchen sanitation

Inventory management

Team coaching

MS Office

Scheduling

Shift flexibility

Lift up to 50 lbs.

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Kitchen management systems

Job description

Plum Market in Bloomfield Township, MI is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the Prepared Foods Department in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. You will oversee daily BOH operations, ensure quality and safety, and train team members to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You are a hands-on leader who motivates staff, maintains standards, and upholds Plum Market’s commitment to organic, local, and specialty ingredients. Flexible shifts including evenings and weekends are required.