Sous Chef

Adecco is currently seeking a Sous Chef with a minimum of 3 years of food production and culinary management experience. This role is for a Market/Bakery that provides hundreds of scratch‑made dishes. The Sous Chef would be responsible for the following: Responsibilities Coach, manage, and evaluate the performance of back‑of‑house hourly team members Actively manage and participate in large‑volume food production in a fast‑paced environment, and, when necessary, operate in any food preparation station in the kitchen Maintain safety and sanitation procedures in compliance with local health department requirements, frequently inspecting the kitchen to ensure staff compliance Establish quality and food production controls to minimize food and supply waste Adhere to company recipes to ensure quality of foods produced Regularly check and coordinate maintenance on equipment Communicate professionally and respectfully with all levels of individuals in the organization Develop new recipes and/or refine existing recipes Fill in for Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef, as needed Participate in creating schedules for back‑of‑house staff Proactively recognize and address safety concerns in the kitchen and dish‑washing area Assist in coordinating and participating in the market’s periodic inventory process All other duties as assigned by senior leadership Occasional local travel to pick up/deliver goods Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Qualification, and Abilities A minimum of 3+ years of high‑volume food production and culinary management experience Culinary degree preferred Positive, optimistic, enthusiastic, and self‑confident attitude Operates calmly and proactively in stressful and difficult situations Ability to obtain Food Handler’s certification and TABC certification Strong analytical problem‑solving skills and is resourceful Ability to exercise good independent judgement Ability to respond calmly and make rational decisions to handle employee conflicts Well‑organized, with proven ability to meet timelines and show results through initiatives Support and emulate the work culture, policies, procedures, and standards set by Client Ability to work quickly and efficiently This position is available in various locations across the DFW area! Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply Background Check and Legal Requirements We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr