Sous Chef - Plum Market ($20-$25)

Plum Market; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Grow your passion

Comprehensive training

Holiday pay

Career growth

Benefits package

401(k) match

Team member discounts

Job summary

Plum Market is seeking a Sous Chef for the Prepared Foods Department in Ann Arbor West. This role leads daily BOH operations, oversees prep and production, and ensures Plum Market’s high standards of food quality and safety in a fast-paced kitchen.

As second-in-command, you’ll coach team members, manage scheduling, and uphold labor goals while maintaining guest satisfaction. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is required; a background check applies.

Qualifications

• Experience in culinary leadership in foodservice or retail food operations.
• Knowledge of food preparation, kitchen safety, and sanitation standards.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with ability to coach teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee BOH operations, ensuring proper prep, production, and execution of all menu items and daily offerings.
• Serve as department lead in the absence of the Chef de Cuisine, ensuring smooth operations and team accountability.
• Train, coach, 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 regulatory and 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 prep knowledge

Kitchen safety

Sanitation standards

Inventory control

Microsoft Office

Kitchen management systems

Shift flexibility

Team coaching

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Kitchen management systems

Job description

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Prepared Foods Full Time Hourly Sales Ann Arbor West, Ann Arbor, MI, US

Today Requisition ID: 3904

Salary Range: $20.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Join the Plum Market Team – Where Passion Meets Opportunity!

Plum Market is a fast-growing leader in the Grocery, Food & Beverage Retail industry. We are dedicated to offering the finest selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty Grocery items while delivering an exceptional experience to our Customers.

At Plum Market, our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do. We are passionate about high-quality food, beverages, and grocery essentials, helping our Customers lead a better lifestyle. Our priority is creating a welcoming environment that supports both our Customers and our Team Members.

Our Retail Grocery Stores reflect the diverse communities we serve. From our dedicated Team Members and valued Customers to our local vendors and thoughtfully curated product selection, we take pride in fostering an inclusive and thriving culture. If you share our enthusiasm, we’d love for you to apply and discover how you can be part of our team!

Why Work at Plum Market?

Flexible Scheduling – Full-time and part-time positions available with a variety of retail shifts to support work-life balance.

Grow Your Passion – Learn about great food while advancing your skills and knowledge.

Comprehensive Training – We invest in our Team Members with exceptional training programs.

Competitive Holiday Pay – Earn time and a half for working on five federally recognized holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving.

Career Growth Opportunities – As a growing company, we provide promotional pathways, so you can grow with us!

Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

401(k) with Company Match – Available after just six months.

Team Member Discounts – Enjoy 20% off grocery purchases and 50% off Team Member meals.

Plum Market is more than just a workplace – it’s a desirable and rewarding environment where your contributions matter.

Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Description:

The Sous Chef is the second-in-command of the Prepared Foods Department and serves as a key leader in kitchen and department operations. This role supports the Team Leader and leads daily Back of House (BOH) operations, including prep, production, sanitation, and team management. The Sous Chef ensures the consistent execution of Plum Market’s food quality, safety standards, and Guest Service expectations while training and developing team members in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.

Who you are:

You are passionate about scratch-made food and Plum Market’s commitment to organic, local, and specialty ingredients.

You are a hands-on leader who sets the tone through professionalism and accountability.

You excel at motivating and coaching team members to succeed in a fast-paced kitchen.

You are solution-focused, organized, and calm under pressure.

You value inclusion and help foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture.

You are committed to continuous improvement and delivering consistent, high-quality food.

What you will bring:

Experience in a culinary leadership role, preferably in foodservice or retail food operations.

Knowledge of food preparation, kitchen safety, sanitation standards, and inventory practices.

Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to coach and direct teams.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and kitchen management systems.

Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical ability to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break.

Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects, climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and push/pull carts weighing up to 100 lbs. unassisted.

What you will do:

Oversee BOH operations, ensuring proper prep, production, and execution of all menu items and daily offerings.

Serve as department lead in the absence of the Chef de Cuisine, ensuring smooth operations and team accountability.

Train, coach, 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 regulatory and 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.