Executive Sous Chef

Start Time: 5:00 AM

Job Summary:

Palmer’s Market is looking for a rockstar Executive Sous Chef to bring leadership, hustle, and heart to our growing culinary team. This is more than a kitchen job - it’s a chance to be part of a company that creates unforgettable food experiences for weddings, birthdays, memorials, and everyday moments. We’re looking for a creative and experienced Executive Sous Chef to join our culinary team as a leader in the kitchen.

This role plays a key part in supporting the Executive Chef, overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining high culinary standards, and mentoring the kitchen staff. This is perfect for a passionate skilled chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong eye for detail and a love for food excellence - working knowledge of Spanish a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

Overseeing Food Production

• Oversee and contribute to the daily production of all food for Palmer’s Market.
• Conduct daily inventory and create detailed production lists.
• Ensure every bite meets our gold standard for flavor, quality, and presentation.
• Document all recipes and ensure kitchen staff follow them precisely.
• Work side-by-side with the Executive Chef on menu development that excites and impresses.

Leading The Team

• Motivate, coach, and guide a team of kitchen staff - build a culture of pride, speed, and respect.
• Ensure all staff follow food safety protocols, workplace safety guidelines, and Palmer’s Rules and Regulations - lead by example
• Motivate and engage the team - encourage pride and passion in their work coaching and providing feedback.
• Foster a positive, professional, and respectful work environment by modeling appropriate behavior - we celebrate the wins and coach any misses. 
• Help staff understand the importance of their role in creating food for meaningful events - connection, celebration, meaning.

Catering Support and GMTG Customer Service

• Assist with catering production as needed providing outstanding customer service at all times.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and fellow sous chefs to allocate staff resources between store needs and catering orders.
• Ensure all catering and special orders are packed accurately and delivered on time, including:
• Heating instructions
• Bag tags
• Proper labeling
• Necessary off-site equipment
• Address and resolve any food-related concerns or complaints directly with clients, finding appropriate solutions with professionalism and care.

Department Safety

• Enforce all health, sanitation, and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Identify and address any potential equipment or safety hazards before they become problems.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully functional prep areas, storage spaces, walk-ins, and freezers.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation, food safety and kitchen management - proven culinary leadership in high volume or fast paced environment. 
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• High standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required
• Ability to lift and carry heavy boxes, crates, and merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Safely navigate, maneuver, and maintain freezer and refrigerated storage areas
• Working knowledge of Spanish and English is strongly encouraged 

Special Considerations:

This position will work out of two locations. Palmer’s Commissary Kitchen (located 5 minutes from Palmer’s Market) will be the main location for this position, however there will be days at the Market as well. 

More detail about Palmer's Market part of Palmer's Market, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/650196-Palmer%2527s-Market