Temp Junior Sous Chef — Creative Menus, High-Volume Kitchen

First Roles; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Jr. Sous Chef - Temporary to support our culinary team at Starbase, TX. The role focuses on inventory, food preparation, and assisting with setup, with a creative, high‑volume kitchen environment for SpaceX employees and guests.

Responsibilities include cost control, pricing planning, sourcing local ingredients, and assisting in menu planning. This temporary position offers hands-on leadership exposure in a dynamic corporate catering setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 2 years of culinary leadership experience.
• Degree or certificate in culinary arts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cost controls and monitor expenditures.
• Support pricing schedules for meals.
• Source ingredients with focus on local, sustainable, organic items.
• Assist in planning and executing menus with seasonal items.
• Support purchasing and inventory management.
• Enforce food quality standards.
• Participate in staff meetings focused on food safety, quality, and new ideas.
• Ensure the safety of the kitchen and cafe space.
• Create a pleasant environment for employees to share a meal.
• Support in-house catering and company events.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Culinary arts degree/certificate

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Jr. Sous Chef - Temporary to support our culinary team at Starbase, TX. The role focuses on inventory, food preparation, and assisting with setup, with a creative, high‑volume kitchen environment for SpaceX employees and guests.

Responsibilities include cost control, pricing planning, sourcing local ingredients, and assisting in menu planning. This temporary position offers hands-on leadership exposure in a dynamic corporate catering setting.