Factor_

Sous Chef


Burr Ridge, IL
Full-time
6 months ago
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Job Description

Factor_, a brand of HelloFresh, is seeking an experienced Sous-Chef who will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the kitchens and directly overseeing all cooks, deboxing, and cooling practices. You will monitor equipment maintenance and conditions and will ensure that the kitchen operates alongside state and federal health and safety codes. You will also ensure that all food meets the highest quality standards and is produced on time.

You will...

  • Be responsible for training kitchen staff and provide coaching and development to shift hourly kitchen staff.
  • Manage food procurement, delivery, storage, and issuing of food items.
  • Plan energy conservation procedures in the kitchen.
  • Report information and update managers throughout every shift with knowledge of kitchen’s operations.
  • Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas.
  • Submit requests for maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of the kitchen and its equipment.
  • Manage departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provide regular progress reports to the Chef de Cuisine during the shift.
  • Perform accident investigations and notify management as appropriate.

You are...

  • Able to train and develop a large group of employees and manage an active kitchen.
  • A problem solver.
  • Results-driven.
  • Able to speak to employees with tact and diplomacy.
  • Able to multitask - tracking/monitoring recipe development and maintaining productivity.
  • Computer literate to input information into the computer.
  • Able to take direction and relay information to employees.
  • Comfortable being exposed to hot, cool, and/or cold environments (30º - 70º).

You have...

  • High School Diploma, GED, or related work experience.
  • American Culinary Federation chef certification preferred.
  • 5+ years’ experience in commissary kitchen and high-volume food preparation.
  • Fluent in Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.

Job Benefits extracted by

  • Competitive salary.
  • 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation.
  • Company equity plan based on role.
  • Generous PTO, including sabbatical and parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
  • Up to 75% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans.
  • Access to 7 different Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
  • Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment.

Skills Required extracted by

  • High School Diploma, GED, or related work experience.
  • American Culinary Federation chef certification preferred.
  • 5+ years’ experience in commissary kitchen and high-volume food preparation.
  • Fluent in Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications.
  • Able to train and develop a large group of employees.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to multitask while maintaining productivity.
  • Comfortable in varying temperature environments (30º - 70º).

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