Sous Chef

SpaceX
Starbase, TX
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward culinary professionals comfortable with high-volume production and event catering, with a preference for candidates who can thrive in a dynamic, mission-driven environment at Starbase, TX.

Best fit for

  • Culinary leaders with a track record in creative menu development and sustainable sourcing
    — “Plan and create all menus with an emphasis on seasonal items and creative menu choices”
  • Candidates who can manage teams and integrate into a culture focused on innovation and collaboration
    — “Create a pleasant and fun environment for SpaceX employees to meet and share a meal”
  • Individuals with strong inventory and cost management experience in a high-stakes setting
    — “Manage cost controls and control expenditures”

Things to consider

  • The role demands significant travel and may require extended time away from Starbase, TX
    — “Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations for significant/extended periods of time as needed (up to 85% of the time)”
  • The position involves physically demanding tasks, including lifting 50lbs unassisted for extended periods
    — “Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with large-scale catering and menu innovation in your resume and interviews
    — “Proven ability to create innovative menus on a daily basis”
  • Showcase leadership in team meetings and food safety protocols in your application materials
    — “Hold staff meetings for food safety, quality issues, and innovations”
  • Emphasize sustainable sourcing and inventory management in your past roles
    — “Source high-quality ingredients with a focus on local, sustainable, and organic items”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · LowAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · IndividualLevel · Mid Level

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What success looks like

  • Manage kitchen operations
  • Create seasonal menus
  • Ensure food quality
Typical background
3+ years of sous chef or culinary management experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Culinary ManagementMenu PlanningInventory ManagementFood Safety

Preferred

Innovative Menu CreationHigh Volume Production

Stack & domain

Culinary ArtsHigh Volume ProductionCateringMenu CreationInventory ManagementFood SafetyCommunicationTeamworkLeadershipCreativityFood ServiceHospitality

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

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.

SOUS CHEF

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage cost controls and control expenditures

Create pricing schedules for all meals

Source high-quality ingredients with a focus on local, sustainable, and organic items

Plan and create all menus with an emphasis on seasonal items and creative menu choices

Purchase and manage inventory

Enforce food quality

Hold staff meetings for food safety, quality issues, and innovations

Ensure safety of physical kitchen and café space

Cater company events as needed

Create a pleasant and fun environment for SpaceX employees to meet and share a meal

Build a structure to deliver in-house catering and support the company and special events

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

3+ years of sous chef or culinary management experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Degree in culinary arts 

High volume production and catering experience 

Proven ability to create innovative menus on a daily basis

Ability to perform under pressure

Excellent communication skills

Possess a creative spirit and ability to make the culinary experience part of the SpaceX culture

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to relocate to Starbase, TX and travel to remote Moon Corps sites on critical projects (up to 85% travel)

Ability to provide 24/7 on-call support for emergencies and critical operations

Valid state issued driver's license

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. 

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)

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