Job Title: Sous Chef

Concept Type: Food Service

Location: Waxahachie, TX

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 per year, plus bonus potential up to 10% of annual salary

Since 1989, this organization has built its reputation on doing one thing exceptionally well: delivering outstanding on-site food service through exciting concepts, strong systems, and well-trained teams. The culture here centers on people — recruiting, training, and developing culinary professionals who genuinely enjoy the work and take pride in what they put on the plate. Employees are treated fairly, with real concern for their growth and success, which is why this organization strives to be the employer of choice in the contract food service space. For a Sous Chef ready to step into a leadership role with a team that backs its people, this Waxahachie, TX opportunity is worth a close look.

Job Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of hands-on culinary experience, including food prep, recipe development, and menu implementation
• Post-secondary culinary arts degree preferred
• Prior managerial or supervisory experience in a kitchen environment
• Solid knowledge of kitchen workflows, costing, and equipment
• Strong coaching and training capabilities
• ServSafe Certification (must be maintained)
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand/walk continuously for up to 10 hours a day
• Availability for an average 50-hour workweek

Job Responsibilities:

As Sous Chef in Waxahachie, TX, you will:

• Assist the Executive Chef and assume those duties in his or her absence
• Research and develop new or improved menu items, procedures, and promotional specials
• Create and implement approved recipes, ensuring clear communication of new preparation methods
• Evaluate guest acceptance of menu items and the kitchen's ability to deliver quality efficiently
• Develop and maintain product specifications, presentation standards, and a current, organized recipe book
• Establish and maintain effective order guides and food quality standards in line with HACCP guidelines
• Train kitchen personnel in food production principles and technical food prep skills
• Inspect product quality, analyze deviations from standards, and recommend corrective actions to management
• Order equipment and source ingredients and supplies as needed
• Keep kitchen staff trained, challenged, and motivated while fostering a supportive team environment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and unobstructed workspace
• Conduct annual performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching to subordinates

Company Benefits:

• Immediate accrual of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus a 3-week paid sabbatical
• Shift meals provided
• Monthly dining allowance for family and friends
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage

This Sous Chef position in Waxahachie, TX offers an experienced culinary leader the chance to step up, shape menus, mentor a team, and make a real operational impact alongside the Executive Chef.

Apply now to become the next Sous Chef in Waxahachie, TX. Send your resume to Don Hutcheson. Don@geckohospitality.com