Executive Sous Chef

Overview

A brand of HelloFresh is seeking a culinary production expert to lead kitchen operations that will delight customers' taste buds and provide optimal nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of product quality and food safety in a mass production kitchen
• Execution of new recipes, training, and oversight of kitchen staff
• Development and implementation of process controls in a kitchen environment
• Validation of consistent, premium taste, appearance, and performance of every meal
• Training and leading other members of the team throughout various production stages
• Implementing and adhering to gold standards of food quality and food safety
• Leveraging hands-on knowledge of HACCP, FSMA, SQF, and USDA regulations
• Continuous improvement of product quality and process steps with support from Corporate Executive chef and R&D chefs
• Addressing and eliminating product quality issues and customer complaints
• Supervising food production personnel, assisting with tasks as needed, and ensuring quality and cost standards are consistently met
• Ensuring proper staffing for maximum productivity and quality standards; controlling food and payroll costs for maximum profitability
• Preparing weekly cook schedules and reviewing/approving payroll in collaboration with HR
• Developing training and providing professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff
• Maintaining security of the kitchen including inventory management
• Assuming complete charge of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Consistently maintaining standards of quality, cost, eye appeal, and flavor of foods
• Submitting requests for maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of the kitchen and its equipment
• Checking in before production time and inspecting food items to ensure quality standards are met

Qualifications

• BS degree in Culinary Arts or similar qualifications
• 5+ years’ experience running a commissary or large restaurant/banquet/catering
• Familiarity with USDA/FDA guidelines
• Strong understanding of the Paleo Diet, Ketogenic Diet, low/slow carb, and Mind Diet
• Skilled at planning, organizing, prioritizing, and executing projects and activities
• Beyond Lean Six Sigma experience a plus
• Passionate about helping people achieve their goals and improve themselves

Desired Skills

• Curious: Always seeking to understand “why” and always looking to make things better
• Passionate: Driven by a love for what you do
• Optimistic: Ability to bounce back quickly when something doesn’t work
• Action-oriented: Knowing when to shift from planning to doing and willing to get your hands dirty
• Honest: Transparency with customers, partners, and teammates
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passionate for staying up-to-date on the most current research on the science of nutrition
• Data-driven and analytical
• Able to add structure to ambiguous situations
• A self-starter, taking initiative and getting stuff done with a high degree of excellence

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation
• Team bonus opportunities
• Generous PTO and flexible attendance policy
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (Factor_, Green Chef, Everyplate)
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain