{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a75f7da34e4a3cee8141b9eb","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a75f7da34e4a3cee8141b9eb","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a75f7da34e4a3cee8141b9eb","title":"Sous Chef/Prep Cook","description":"Crave-It Nutrition is seeking a skilled, experienced Sous Chef to support the Kitchen Manager & Head Chef in running our school food service program at St. James Episcopal School in Corpus Christi, TX. This role is for a true culinary professional—someone who has trained and worked in high-quality restaurant kitchens and brings that level of technique, speed, and standards to a school environment.\n\nYou’ll be a hands‑on kitchen leader: cooking daily, supervising prep and service, and stepping in to run the kitchen when the Head Chef is unavailable. This is a great fit for someone who wants to bring real culinary craft to a meaningful, community‑focused setting—without the late nights and high‑turnover chaos of restaurant life.\n\nPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES\nCulinary Execution\n\nExecute daily menu items with precision, consistency, and strong knife and cooking technique\n\nSupport menu development alongside the Head Chef, bringing creative ideas for scratch‑cooked, high‑quality dishes\n\nMaintain food quality standards across every station and every service\n\nTaste, season, and adjust dishes throughout service to ensure consistent quality\n\nSupervise and direct cooks and prep staff during daily production and service\n\nRun the kitchen independently in the Head Chef's absence, including opening/closing procedures\n\nTrain kitchen staff on proper techniques, recipes, and food safety standards\n\nMaintain a clean, organized, and fully compliant kitchen in accordance with health codes\n\nKitchen Leadership\n\nSupervise and direct cooks and prep staff during daily production and service\n\nRun the kitchen independently in the Head Chef's absence, including opening/closing procedures\n\nTrain kitchen staff on proper techniques, recipes, and food safety standards\n\nMaintain a clean, organized, and fully compliant kitchen in accordance with health codes\n\nOperations & Production\n\nManage prep lists, production timelines, and station setup to ensure smooth, on‑time service\n\nMonitor portioning, plating, and presentation standards\n\nTrack inventory, assist with ordering, and help minimize food waste\n\nMaintain food safety logs, temperature checks, and receiving documentation\n\nMake grocery store runs as needed to support inventory and last‑minute ingredient needs\n\nTransport and deliver prepared meals to satellite school locations as needed\n\nQUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS\nRequired\n\nMinimum 5-7 years of professional kitchen experience, including time in a high-quality, fast‑paced restaurant environment\n\nStrong, demonstrated culinary skills — knife work, cooking technique, seasoning, and plating\n\nExperience supervising or leading other cooks\n\nAbility to work efficiently and maintain quality standards under pressure\n\nReliable personal vehicle and valid driver's license — required for grocery runs and meal deliveries to a satellite school location\n\nReliable, punctual, and consistent attendance\n\nAbility to pass a comprehensive criminal background check\n\nWillingness to complete Safe Environment Training as required by the Diocese\n\nCurrent Food Handler or Food Manager's Certificate (or ability to obtain prior to start date)\n\nPhysical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a fast‑paced kitchen environment\n\nPreferred\n\nCulinary school training or formal culinary education\n\nExperience in scratch‑cooking, menu development, or high‑volume production\n\nExperience in school food service, childcare food programs, or institutional cooking\n\nKnowledge of common food allergies and allergen‑safe kitchen protocols\n\nBilingual in English and Spanish\n\nWHO YOU ARE\nYou’ve earned your stripes in a real kitchen — you know what it means to hit the line clean, move with purpose, and never let quality slip during a rush. You’re looking for a role where your skills are valued and put to good use, but where the hours and intensity support a sustainable, balanced life. You’re dependable and resourceful — equally comfortable running a station, running a quick grocery errand, or hopping in the car to get meals where they need to go. You lead by example, work well alongside your team, and take pride in every plate that goes out.\n\nCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS\n\nCompetitive hourly based on experience\n\nMileage reimbursement for grocery runs and satellite school deliveries\n\nSchool‑year schedule with potential for summer opportunities\n\nPaid training and onboarding through Crave‑It Nutrition\n\nSupportive regional management team and structured operational systems\n\nOpportunity to grow with a Texas‑based food service company managing 65+ locations\n\nHOW TO APPLY\nTo apply, submit your resume and a brief note describing your culinary background and restaurant experience. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged as we are targeting an August onboarding date.\n\nQuestions? 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