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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 Chef de Cuisine – Prepared Foods Team Leader is responsible for leading all aspects of the Prepared Foods Department, including Front of House, Back of House, and Catering operations. This role ensures the highest level of Customer Service, food quality, cleanliness, and team performance. The Chef de Cuisine oversees production, inventory, ordering, labor, margin control, and team development. This role serves as the culinary and operational leader, driving consistency, creativity, and excellence across all Prepared Foods offerings. Who you are: You are passionate about high-quality food and Plum Market’s focus on natural, organic, and locally sourced ingredients. You lead by example and inspire others through your dedication, work ethic, and culinary standards. You are confident in your ability to manage FOH, BOH, and Catering operations simultaneously. You are detail-oriented, organized, and proactive in solving challenges. You cultivate a positive, inclusive work environment that encourages learning and accountability. You are service-focused and solution-driven, with strong interpersonal and leadership skills. What you will bring: Prior leadership experience in culinary management, preferably in retail, foodservice, or hospitality. Strong working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper labeling and rotation practices. Hands-on culinary experience and proficiency in kitchen operations. ServSafe Manager Certification preferred. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities; calm under pressure. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). 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: Lead all operations of the Prepared Foods Department, including daily production, merchandising, and Customer engagement. Collaborate with FOH, BOH, and Catering teams to create a cohesive and efficient workflow. Set clear expectations and provide actionable feedback to help Team Members grow and succeed. Oversee all aspects of team hiring, onboarding, training, development, and scheduling. Ensure proper rotation, labeling, storage, and sanitation standards are followed at all times. Maintain department margins, control labor costs, and monitor ordering and inventory accuracy. Write and manage labor schedules that support production needs and guest demand. Handle Customer and Team Member concerns in a professional and thoughtful manner. Partner with Store Leadership on performance issues, progressive discipline, and annual reviews. Work a flexible schedule, including varied shifts, to meet the needs of the team and department. PI67e286b95569-31181-41485864