Sous Chef

Albertsons Companies; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive work culture

Competitive weekly wages

Flexible work schedules

Associate discounts

Training & development

Health and welfare benefits (Medical,

Dental

401k and more!

Job summary

Albertsons Companies Inc. is seeking a Sous Chef to maintain consistent kitchen operations, ensure recipes are followed, and uphold quality from prep to service.

You will monitor production, manage inventory, and lead the team with a focus on safety, organization, and efficiency in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive experience in high-volume food production.
• Supervisory or kitchen leadership experience in a food service environment.
• Food Safety Certification and a valid Food Handler’s Permit.
• Availability for a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate food preparation to ensure recipes are followed and portioned accurately.
• Monitor production levels and manage inventory flow to minimize waste.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Support planning and directing production to keep service rhythm steady from prep through service.
• Communicate clearly with team about production needs and quality expectations.

Skills

Food Preparation

Kitchen Coordination

Attention to Detail

Organization & Time Management

Food Safety

Inventory Management

Operational Awareness

Communication

Adaptability

Physical Fitness

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

A Day in the Life:

As a Sous Chef, your day is centered around keeping kitchen operations consistent, organized, and ready for service. You focus on coordinating food preparation, ensuring recipes are followed, and maintaining quality across everything that goes out. When needed, you step in to support planning and directing production, helping keep the rhythm of the kitchen steady from prep through service.

A key ingredient of this role is keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. You monitor production levels, manage inventory flow, and maintain clean, well‑organized work areas while meeting food safety and handling standards. From checking temperatures to preparing orders and tracking supplies, the work stays active throughout the day, making it a strong fit for someone who values consistency, structure, and attention to detail.

What you bring to the table:

• Food Preparation Expertise: Experience preparing food using standard recipes and production methods in a high‑volume setting
• Kitchen Coordination: Managing workflow, production timing, and order efficiency during service
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in portioning, temperature control, and presentation standards
• Organization & Time Management: Handling multiple tasks while maintaining structure in a fast‑paced kitchen
• Food Safety & Sanitation Knowledge: Knowledge of safe food handling, hygiene standards, and regulatory requirements
• Inventory & Product Flow: Maintaining proper stock levels, rotation practices, and minimizing waste
• Operational Awareness: Following kitchen procedures, production systems, and equipment guidelines
• Communication Skills: Clear exchange of information related to production needs, quality standards, and kitchen operations
• Adaptability: Maintaining consistency during changing priorities, service demands, and production levels
• Physical Capability: Comfort with standing for extended periods, handling equipment, and lifting up to 55 lbs.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• At least 4 years of progressive experience in high‑volume food production, catering, or a related environment (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Prior supervisory or kitchen leadership experience in a food service environment required
• Food Safety Certification required and must maintain a valid Food Handler’s Permit
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Bachelor’s degree in food preparation, nutrition, hospitality, or related field preferred

Why you will choose us:

Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. Our goal is to continue to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being and that starts with people like you bringing your unique self to our company and making it one person stronger and better!

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging
• Competitive Wages paid weekly
• Flexible work schedules
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off

Our Values

• We put people first.
• We are customer driven.
• We value different perspectives.
• We raise the bar.
• We act as owners.
• We are one team.
• We build belonging.
• We are committed to a healthy future.