Sous Chef

At Thomas Cuisine, an award-winning, privately held contract food service company founded in 1986, we advocate for the healing power of whole foods and strive to prepare fresh, scratch-made cuisine daily. Every team member is an ambassador, upholding our mission, values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing". We are seeking a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to join our dynamic team at the bioMerieux location in Salt Lake City.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensuring all food is produced to high quality, in a timely and consistent manner, meeting all menu and customer standards.
• Developing rapport with customers while upholding Thomas Cuisine's values and mission.
• Providing leadership and motivation to team members (some supervisory experience required).
• Setting up and stocking the sandwich/sliced food station with all necessary supplies.
• Properly handling, storing, and rotating all products in the station or walk-in cooler.
• Preparing menu items in cooperation with the kitchen staff.
• Following proper cooking techniques and presenting dishes with care.
• Adhering to all food handling and storage procedures, complying with company and state regulations.
• Maintaining a positive, respectful, and professional demeanor with customers and team members.
• Reporting all unsafe working conditions, operational needs, and equipment issues to management.

Essential Qualifications

• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the shift, as needed.
• Ability to interact with and respond to questions from managers, clients, team members, and guests.
• ServSafe® Certification and valid State Food Handlers Card.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable state laws and regulations.
• Ability to provide required work authorization documents. We utilize E-Verify.
• High School Diploma/GED

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk extensively throughout the shift.
• Lifting boxes up to 25 pounds.
• Pushing/pulling food hot boxes up to 50 pounds.
• Bending, stooping, and reaching for carts, food, trays, and kitchen equipment.
• Manual dexterity for using kitchen tools and utensils.
• Visual acuity for reading menus, labels, and directions.
• Hearing ability for responding to verbal communications.
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures.
• Taste and smell to assess food quality, freshness, and dietary requirements.
• Ability to distinguish colors for food presentation.

Location: bioMerieux 1001 South 4800 West, Salt Lake City

Schedule: Monday-Wednesday 6am-2:30pm, Saturday & Sunday 7am-3:30pm

Wage Range: $17/hour plus shift premium for weekends

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with several plan options.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Leave Programs.
• Employee referral program.
• Access to wellness initiatives, financial planning, and mental health assistance.

• ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card.
• Ability to interact and respond to questions from various groups.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Experience in high-quality food production and presentation.
• High School Diploma/GED.