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SpaceX

Jr. Sous Chef - Temporary

Cape Canaveral, FL · On-site

$42K - $57K/yr

JR. SOUS CHEF - TEMPORARY SpaceX is looking for passionate, experienced individuals to join our culinary team! The Jr. Sous Chef plays an important supporting role in the culinary department by ...

Kimpton Hotels

Temporary Sous Chef

Manchester Village, VT · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

What You'll Do Work in collaboration with the Executive Chef in crafting exciting, innovative, and delicious food. You'll participate in team leadership, communication, training, development, and ...

Carlyle's Catering

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Event Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Assigned Event Cooks and Temporary Culinary Staff Position Summary The Event Sous Chef supports the Event Chef in executing on-site culinary operations. This role assists in food finishing, plating ...

Oliviana Bar Italiano & Pizzeria

Chef

Augusta, GA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Accountability of checklists for cleaning and temp checks; daily checklists * Ensuring BOH is in ... Experience as a Chef (Preferred) Here at Oliviana, we are a guest first experience with a passion ...

Vanderkamp INC

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Sous Chef

Cleveland, NY · On-site

$47K - $56K/yr

Sous Chef - Events & Retreats Vanderkamp Center | Temporary Position with Potential for Long-Term Employment Pay: $23-$27 per hour, based on experience Vanderkamp is seeking an experienced ...

Camp Manitou

$71K - $98K/yr

The executive chef for Camp Manitou is a culinary trained professional responsible for the overall ... Temp/Seasonal Bonus/Commission: No

Vanderkamp INC

Sous Chef

Cleveland, NY · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

Sous Chef - Events & Retreats Vanderkamp Center | Temporary Position with Potential for Long-Term Employment Pay: $23-$27 per hour, based on experience Vanderkamp is seeking an experienced ...

Camp Manitou

Executive Chef

Oakland, ME · On-site

$71K - $98K/yr

The executive chef for Camp Manitou is a culinary trained professional responsible for the overall ... Temp/Seasonal Bonus/Commission: No

Upstream Brewing Company

Sous Chef

Omaha, NE · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

Sous Chef Omaha, Nebraska | Full-Time | BOH Leadership About Upstream Brewing Co. Upstream Brewing ... Oversee opening and closing kitchen procedures including cleaning, labeling, and temp logs

Stella Maris

Sous Chef

Timonium, MD · On-site

$33.25/hr

Full-Time Sous Chef Check out some of our benefits offered: • Paid time off (PTO) & company paid ... Ensures all State and company documentation, HACCP, Time/Temp Logs, employee time recording, are ...

Momotaro - Nashville

Sous Chef

Nashville, TN

$60K - $65K/yr

Maintain and continuously refine BOH systems, including prep lists, line checks, temp logs, order ... Minimum 2 years of experience in a Sous Chef role * Experience managing labor, inventory, and cost ...

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Jr. Sous Chef - Temporary

Cape Canaveral, FL • On-site

SpaceX
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$42K - $57K/yr

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Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
JR. SOUS CHEF - TEMPORARY
SpaceX is looking for passionate, experienced individuals to join our culinary team! The Jr. Sous Chef plays an important supporting role in the culinary department by assisting with kitchen inventory, food preparation, and setup. This position helps fuel the workforce while contributing to higher-end food experiences for the company's employees and guests. It requires a versatile set of restaurant industry skills, an imagination without bounds, and a lot of "can-do" attitude.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assist with cost controls and help monitor expenditures
  • Support the creation of pricing schedules for meals
  • Help source high-quality ingredients with a focus on local, sustainable, and organic items
  • Assist in planning and executing menus with an emphasis on seasonal items and creative menu choices
  • 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 physical kitchen and café space
  • Create a pleasant and fun environment for SpaceX employees to meet and share a meal
  • Support the delivery of in-house catering and assist with company and special events

POSITION DETAILS:
This is a temporary position with SpaceX, for the length of time as stated, and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs dictate.
  • LENGTH OF POSITION: 3 months (permanent hire conversion based on performance and business need)
  • LOCATION: Cape Canaveral, FL

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 2 years of culinary leadership experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Degree or certificate in culinary arts
  • High-volume production or catering experience
  • Ability to assist in creating innovative menus
  • Strong ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Creative mindset with a desire to contribute to the culinary experience and culture at SpaceX

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
  • Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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