Summary
Location
Detroit
Type
full-time
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About this role
Join the Plum Market Foodservice Team – Where Passion for Food Meets Excellence!
Plum Market is a fast-growing leader in the Food Service industry. We are dedicated to providing the finest selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty ingredients, ensuring a high-quality experience for every Guest we serve.
Our Food Service Team Members are at the heart of our operation, bringing a passion for exceptional food and hospitality. Whether preparing fresh meals, serving our Guests, or maintaining the highest food safety standards, we take pride in delivering outstanding quality and service every day.
At Plum Market Food Service, we foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where Team Members are valued and supported. If you’re passionate about food, hospitality, and being part of a dynamic team, we’d love to have you apply!
Why Work at Plum Market Food Service?
Work life balance – Most shifts are Monday thru Friday mornings. Weekends and Holidays off.
Hands-on Training – Gain valuable skills through our exceptional training programs.
Career Growth Opportunities – As a growing company, we provide promotional pathways, so you can advance in your career.
Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
401(k) with Company Match – Available after just six months.
Plum Market Food Service is more than just a workplace – it’s an opportunity to grow your passion for food and hospitality in a rewarding environment.
Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
Ready to be part of something special? Apply today!
Description:
The Sous Chef is the second-in-command and serves as a key leader in kitchen and department operations. This role supports the Kitchen Manager and leads daily back of house (BOH) operations, including prep, production, sanitation, and team management. The Sous Chef ensures the consistent execution of Plum Market Foodservice’s food quality, safety standards, and Guest Service expectations while training and developing team members in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
Who you are:
You are passionate about food, service, and creating memorable Guest experiences.
You thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment and are comfortable taking initiative to ensure the success of the department.
You are adaptable, able to quickly step into different roles as needed to support the team.
You demonstrate a strong commitment to food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
You communicate effectively and professionally with Guests, Team Members, and Leadership.
You are self-motivated, dependable, and take pride in keeping your work environment clean and organized.
What you will bring:
Experience in a culinary leadership role, preferably in foodservice or retail food operations.
Knowledge of food preparation, kitchen safety, sanitation standards, and inventory practices.
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to coach and direct teams.
ServSafe Manager Certification preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and kitchen management systems.
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Physical ability to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break.
Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects, climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and push/pull carts weighing up to 100 lbs. unassisted.
What you will do:
Oversee BOH operations, ensuring proper prep, production, and execution of all menu items and daily offerings.
Serve as department lead in the absence of the kitchen manager, ensuring smooth operations and team accountability.
Train, coach, and support BOH Team Members to maintain high food quality, safety, and consistency.
Support production scheduling, prep guides, and department planning based on Guest needs and seasonal programs.
Enforce all food safety and sanitation procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory and Plum Market Foodservice standards.
Lead by example in communication, attitude, teamwork, and professionalism.
Address Guest and Team Member concerns in a respectful and timely manner.
Assist with performance management including feedback, coaching, and disciplinary action when necessary.
Partner with department leadership to maintain labor goals, manage shrink, and support inventory accuracy.
Monday thru Friday
Other facts
About Plum Market
We're here to inspire our guests to - Live Well, with Taste.
Plum Market is an emerging leader in the food and beverage industry. We are committed to offering the very best selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty items.
Our Team Members are passionate about delivering the highest quality food, beverage, and essentials to our Guests, helping them achieve a better lifestyle. We make our Team Members and our Guests our top priority by delivering the best possible experience.
Guiding Principles
Passion, Experience, Culture, Social Responsibility, Education and Innovation.
Our Commitment to Quality
Whether in-store or online, we are committed to offering the very best selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty items in a full-service shopping experience.
But most importantly, our Local Communities are our pride and joy. It is important to us to support, promote, and highlight the local businesses within each store’s community. We not only feature locally made products whenever possible, but we showcase them with our Miles to Market program, and list how many miles a product has traveled from its source to our store! Our local products typically travel less than 350 miles, or just about a tank of gas. Just look for the Miles to Market signs on local products around the store. Plum Market is not your neighborhood supermarket. It is much, much more. In short, our goal is to revolutionize the way your family shops for food.
What you'll do
- The Sous Chef oversees back of house operations, ensuring proper preparation and execution of menu items. They also train and support team members to maintain high food quality and safety standards.
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