FRESH Sous Chef

Brookshire Grocery Company; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookshire Grocery Company in Tyler, Texas, is seeking a deli cook to prepare chef-inspired, gourmet foods and ensure appealing presentation. You will work closely with deli staff to promote exceptional customer service and profitability, including assisting with menu planning for catering events.

The role requires following recipes, maintaining safety standards, and handling catering orders with accuracy and care.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to read and operate digital meters, dials, and/or calibrated scales.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain department equipment such as fryer, grill, etc.
• Ability to safely work with objects with sharp edges such as knives, box cutters, etc.
• Ability to use non-precision and precision hand tools.
• Ability to maintain a steady hand while manipulating objects with fine finger movements.
• Ability to work well with fellow partners and promote a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and partners in written and verbal form.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be attentive to potential hazards and remedy or place appropriate warning signs or devices around or near the hazard as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Must report any potential hazards that cannot be immediately remedied to a supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and ensures products are cooked correctly according to recipe while utilizing effective portion control.
• Assists with monitoring and maintaining stock levels of gourmet food through orders and works to maximize profit through effective portion control.
• Works with deli personnel in planning, preparing, and fulfilling of catering orders.
• Enforces quality control and food safety standards and ensures dated products are stocked and rotated properly.
• Makes fine judgments about aroma, flavor, taste, texture, and color to inspect prepared foods for quality.
• Promotes product sales by creating appealing visual displays and using suggestive selling initiatives.
• Provides friendly and customer-service-oriented attitude by greeting customers, answering questions, presenting products and/or services to customers, and taking orders over the phone.
• Maintains clean, safe and sanitary working and shopping environment by adhering to Company safety procedures.

Skills

Read recipes

Meter reading

Food safety

Team player

Flexible schedule

Education

High School diploma or GED

Food Handler certification

Driver eligibility 21+

Tools

Fryer

Grill

Calibrated scales

Job description

At Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC), we’re not just about business—we’re about building a community where you can thrive. Based in Tyler, Texas, BGC is home to five unique banners—Brookshire's Grocery Company, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market, Fresh by Brookshire's, and Reasor's—operating over 215 + stores across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. We’re all about creating a workplace where you can thrive. At BGC, you matter, your contributions are celebrated, and your future is unlimited. Whether you're launching your career or ready to level up, you’ll find a supportive team, endless growth opportunities, and a chance to make an impact. When you join BGC, you’re not just starting a job—you’re becoming part of something bigger. We’re here to support your goals, inspire your journey, and celebrate your wins.

Here’s what sets us apart

• Wellness that works for you: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage.
• Flexibility and freedom: Paid time off to relax, recharge, and enjoy life.
• Ownership that empowers: 401(k) plan to help you build a solid future that the Company contributes to.
• Savings for your lifestyle: Exclusive employee discounts on the things you need most.
• Investing in your dreams: Scholarships and educational support to fuel your growth.
• Adventure awaits: Access to a 205-acre outdoor recreation area for unwinding, connecting, and having fun.

Job Summary: Prepares chef inspired, quality, gourmet food and ensures appealing visual presentation. Works closely with deli personnel to promote customer service in order to support profitability goals. Assists with the planning and creation of menus for catering events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and ensures products are cooked correctly according to recipe while utilizing effective portion control.
• Assists with the monitoring and maintaining of stock levels of gourmet food through orders and works to maximize profit through effective portion control.
• Works with deli personnel in the planning, preparing, and fulfilling of catering orders.
• Enforces quality control and food safety standards and ensures dated products are stocked and rotated properly.
• Makes fine judgements about aroma, flavor, taste, texture, and color to inspect prepared foods for quality.
• Promotes product sales by creating appealing visual displays and using suggestive selling initiatives.
• Provides friendly and customer-service-oriented attitude by greeting customers, answering questions, presenting products and/or services to customers, and taking orders over the phone.
• Maintains clean, safe and sanitary working and shopping environment by adhering to Company safety procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to read and operate digital meters, dials, and/or calibrated scales.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain department equipment such as fryer, grill, etc.
• Ability to safely work with objects with sharp edges such as knives, box cutters, etc.
• Ability to use non-precision and precision hand tools.
• Ability to maintain a steady hand while manipulating objects with fine finger movements.
• Ability to work well with fellow partners and promote a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and partners in written and verbal form.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be attentive to potential hazards and remedy or place appropriate warning signs or devices around or near the hazard as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Must report any potential hazards that cannot be immediately remedied to a supervisor.

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 18 years of age required.
• Partners must be 21 years of age or older to drive for Company business in accordance with the BGC Business Driver Policy.
• One or more years of cooking related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Food Handler certification required.

Physical Demands

Continuously required to use close vision, distance vision, depth perception or the ability to focus. Continuously required to stand or walk. Continuously required to use hands for reaching, touching or handling. Frequently required to talk and hear. Frequently required to use fine finger movements or strenuous finger or hand movements. Frequently required to push, pull, maneuver or lift objects up to 40 lbs. Occasionally required to bend, kneel, squat, or stoop. Attendance at work is required.

Work Context and Environment

Work is generally performed in a retail store. Frequently exposed to hot surfaces. Frequently exposed to extreme cold conditions (non-weather). Frequently exposed to extreme heat conditions (non-weather). Frequently exposed to wet, slippery or damp conditions. Frequently exposed to equipment with sharp blades or edges. Frequently exposed to cleaning agents. Quiet to moderate noise level.

Ready to find your place?

BGC is “A Career Where You Belong.” Brookshire Grocery Company strives to provide a safe, drug and alcohol-free environment for its partners and customers. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age , disability, genetic information or military status and any other trait protected by law.

Brookshire Grocery Company

Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC) Brookshire Grocery Company is a regional, family-owned retail grocery business employing over 17,000 partners across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. With more than over 215 retail grocery stores, along with three distribution centers and corporate offices, BGC is more than just a grocery company—it’s a connected network of partners working together. At BGC, we believe in collaboration, shared goals, and mutual success. Your voice matters here, and we actively seek feedback to ensure BGC is a place where you can thrive, grow, and feel valued. Our culture values personal growth, recognition, and belonging: Growth Opportunities: We invest in you through professional development programs, mentoring, and job opportunities. Recognition: We celebrate your achievements and value your contributions to our shared success. Belonging: Our core values emphasize teamwork and creating a supportive, inclusive environment.

What Sets Us Apart?

As a family-owned company rooted in Christian values, BGC puts people first. Whether it’s through our commitment to supporting local efforts in the communities we serve or fostering a positive workplace, we are dedicated to making a difference. If you’re looking for a place to build your future, and make an impact, Brookshire Grocery Company is the place for you. Join us and be part of something greater—your growth, your impact, your future with BGC.