Kitchen Lead: Seasonal Menus & Team Ops

Upper Crust Food Service; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in food preparation, staff coordination, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen. You will ensure quality food and customer service while upholding sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include assisting with menus, managing kitchen staff, and coordinating with management about daily operations and events. A team player with strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Follow sanitation procedures.
• Understand food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Learn and apply industry best practices.
• Be familiar with food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef with safe and efficient food preparation.
• Collaborate on seasonal menu concepts.
• Maintain clean kitchen and dining areas and equipment.
• Wash kitchen utensils and dishes.
• Assist in unloading, inspecting, and stocking ingredients.
• Enforce sanitation and safety standards.
• Communicate with management regularly about operations.
• Support event planning and execution.

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in food preparation, staff coordination, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen. You will ensure quality food and customer service while upholding sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include assisting with menus, managing kitchen staff, and coordinating with management about daily operations and events. A team player with strong communication is essential.