Sous Chef (49980)

Welbilt, Inc. is a leading global provider of innovative foodservice equipment solutions, headquartered in Coppell, Texas. Recognized for its commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Welbilt serves a broad range of commercial foodservice markets including restaurants, hospitality, and institutional sectors. The company prides itself on delivering superior products and services that enhance culinary experiences while driving operational efficiency for its clients. Employing a diverse workforce, Welbilt fosters an inclusive culture centered on integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

The Welbilt Customer Experience Center (WEC) located in Coppell operates as a dynamic hub where culinary professionals and customers converge to explore cutting-edge foodservice equipment through live demonstrations, training sessions, and special events. This facility is pivotal in showcasing Welbilt's product portfolio while providing hands-on experiences that enable clients and partners to realize the full potential of Welbilt's innovative technologies.

Currently, Welbilt's WEC is seeking a talented and driven Sous Chef to assist the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef in leading all culinary operations within this vibrant setting. This full-time, day-shift position emphasizes culinary excellence, creativity, and operational leadership. The role entails preparing and executing menus for fine-dining dinners, culinary demonstrations, and high-profile customer events, ensuring food quality, presentation, and timing that meet or exceed Welbilt's brand standards.

The Sous Chef will be integral to fostering a team-oriented and professional kitchen environment, supporting training and coordination of back-of-house staff, and assisting in inventory management and sanitation compliance. The position requires a seasoned culinary professional who can adapt recipes and techniques to a variety of commercial kitchen equipment, support live cooking demonstrations, and collaborate across departments to deliver customized culinary experiences that highlight Welbilt's equipment capabilities.

Additionally, the role involves maintaining kitchen cleanliness, ordering supplies, and supporting equipment trials and product testing to offer valuable feedback. Candidates should have a strong customer service orientation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in fast-paced environments. The position allows for up to 15% domestic travel and requires physical stamina to manage extended periods of standing and lifting within kitchen and event environments.

Welbilt offers a competitive wage and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, 401(k) savings, wellness programs, tuition assistance, paid time off, and more. As an equal opportunity employer, Welbilt values diversity and inclusion and ensures fair treatment for all employees and applicants. This opportunity presents an exciting challenge for culinary professionals aspiring to grow within an innovative company while showcasing their skills on a prominent platform dedicated to culinary artistry and equipment innovation.