Hybrid Catering Sous Chef - Plum Market Events bei Plum Market

Join the Plum Market Team – Where Passion Meets Opportunity!

Plum Market is a fast-growing leader in the Grocery, Food & Beverage Retail industry. We are dedicated to offering the finest selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty Grocery items while delivering an exceptional experience to our Customers.

At Plum Market, our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do. We are passionate about high-quality food, beverages, and grocery essentials, helping our Customers lead a better lifestyle. Our priority is creating a welcoming environment that supports both our Customers and our Team Members.

Our Retail Grocery Stores reflect the diverse communities we serve. From our dedicated Team Members and valued Customers to our local vendors and thoughtfully curated product selection, we take pride in fostering an inclusive and thriving culture. If you share our enthusiasm, we’d love for you to apply and discover how you can be part of our team!

Why Work at Plum Market?

Flexible Scheduling – Full-time and part-time positions available with a variety of retail shifts to support work-life balance.

Grow Your Passion – Learn about great food while advancing your skills and knowledge.

Comprehensive Training – We invest in our Team Members with exceptional training programs.

Competitive Holiday Pay – Earn time and a half for working on five federally recognized holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving.

Career Growth Opportunities – As a growing company, we provide promotional pathways, so you can grow with us!

Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

401(k) with Company Match – Available after just six months.

Team Member Discounts – Enjoy 20% off grocery purchases and 50% off Team Member meals.

Plum Market is more than just a workplace – it’s a desirable and rewarding environment where your contributions matter.

Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Ready to be part of something special? Apply today!

Description:

The Catering Sous Chef leads the culinary production for Plum Market’s Corporate Catering program, executing elevated, scratch-made menus that reflect our commitment to natural, organic, and locally sourced ingredients. This hands-on culinary leader is responsible for preparing high-quality food, supporting menu development, supervising BOH catering operations, and ensuring every event meets or exceeds Plum Market’s food and service standards. The Catering Sous Chef plays a key role in maintaining production excellence, creativity, and consistency in a fast-paced catering environment.

Who you are:

You are passionate about creating memorable food experiences with fresh, high-quality ingredients.

You are a collaborative leader who values teamwork and coaching.

You take pride in food presentation, consistency, and kitchen organization.

You thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.

You are dependable, flexible, and solutions-focused.

You are committed to culinary excellence and Guest satisfaction.

What you will bring:

Proven culinary experience in catering, restaurant, or foodservice environments.

Strong cooking and prep skills with a focus on presentation and execution.

Experience supervising a team and leading kitchen production for events.

Familiarity with catering logistics and production planning preferred.

Excellent communication and time management skills.

Ability to support menu development and seasonal offerings.

ServSafe Manager certification preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).

Flexibility to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and early mornings.

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:

Support culinary execution for all catering events, ensuring food quality, presentation, and timing meet Plum Market’s standards.

Collaborate with the Catering Coordinator and Executive Chef to review BEOs and align production with event needs.

Assist with recipe development and food styling for catering menus, seasonal promotions, and specialty events.

Lead kitchen prep and production for both on- and off-site catering functions.

Supervise BOH catering staff, delegate tasks, and provide direction to ensure operational efficiency.

Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen environment.

Assist with inventory, ordering, and cost management as needed.

Uphold all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.

Train and mentor Team Members on culinary techniques, food safety, and service expectations.

Communicate effectively with the Catering and Prepared Foods leadership team to ensure seamless execution.