Senior Sous Chef – Creative Menus & Catering Leader

SpaceXSI; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

SpaceXSI is seeking a seasoned sous chef/culinary manager to lead high-volume production, develop menus, and oversee catering for company events in Memphis. The role emphasizes locally sourced ingredients, seasonal creations, and strong cost controls to deliver exceptional dining experiences for SpaceXSI staff.

You will manage inventory, safety, and staff meetings, ensuring top-quality culinary outputs while supporting a dynamic workplace culture that values creativity and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• 3+ years of sous chef or culinary management experience.
• Degree in culinary arts preferred.
• Ability to create innovative menus daily and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost controls and control expenditures.
• Create pricing schedules for all meals.
• Source high-quality ingredients with a focus on local, sustainable, and organic items.
• Plan and create all menus with seasonal emphasis and creative choices.
• Purchase and manage inventory.
• Hold staff meetings for food safety, quality issues, and innovations.
• Ensure safety of the kitchen and café space.
• Cater company events as needed.
• Create a pleasant and fun environment for SpaceXSI employees to meet and eat.
• Build a structure to deliver in-house catering and support company and events.

Skills

High volume production

Catering experience

Menu development

Under pressure performance

Creative culinary spirit

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Degree in culinary arts

Job description

SpaceXSI is seeking a seasoned sous chef/culinary manager to lead high-volume production, develop menus, and oversee catering for company events in Memphis. The role emphasizes locally sourced ingredients, seasonal creations, and strong cost controls to deliver exceptional dining experiences for SpaceXSI staff.

You will manage inventory, safety, and staff meetings, ensuring top-quality culinary outputs while supporting a dynamic workplace culture that values creativity and efficiency.