Sous Chef (PT)

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace is a renowned gourmet food destination located in North Babylon, Long Island. With a strong reputation for its signature prepared foods, hot bar favorites, and catering creations, Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace has become a beloved spot for food enthusiasts who appreciate quality, flavor, and creativity. The establishment prides itself on passionate culinary craftsmanship and exceptional customer service, offering an inviting environment where every dish tells a story and every flavor shines. Known for its vibrant marketplace and commitment to culinary excellence, Uncle Giuseppe's is an inspiring place for culinary professionals to grow their careers and make an impact in the food industry.

We are currently seeking a talented Part-Time Sous Chef to join our dynamic Gourmet Kitchen Team at Uncle Giuseppe's in North Babylon. This role is essential in supporting the kitchen's daily operations by acting as a trusted right hand to the Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager. The Sous Chef will play a pivotal role in leading the culinary team, ensuring the highest standards are met throughout food preparation, production, and presentation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute creativity and leadership in a fast-paced and detail-oriented kitchen environment focused on catering and hot bar services. The part-time arrangement allows culinary professionals to maintain flexibility while working in a busy, rewarding culinary atmosphere.

As a Part-Time Sous Chef at Uncle Giuseppe's, your responsibilities include overseeing daily production processes, managing kitchen inventory and ingredient ordering, and coordinating catering orders with precision. You will lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain consistency and uphold exceptional food safety, sanitation, and allergen protocols. The role demands excellent communication and time management skills, as you will work closely with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service. You will also step up as kitchen lead when the Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager is unavailable, showcasing your ability to manage operations independently and sustain smooth kitchen workflow.

This position requires someone with at least two years of experience in a supervisory culinary role, preferably in retail or catering environments. A culinary degree or equivalent practical experience is necessary to thrive in this vibrant team environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of commercial food production, portion control, and the ability to adapt recipes for dietary restrictions and allergens. ServSafe certification is expected or must be obtained promptly.

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace fosters a lively, team-oriented atmosphere where culinary talents are nurtured and celebrated. The company offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts on meals and in-store shopping. The working environment is energetic and busy, with the typical challenges and physical demands of kitchen work such as standing for extended periods and lifting moderate weights. If you are passionate about culinary arts and ready to take on new challenges within one of Long Island's top gourmet food establishments, Uncle Giuseppe's welcomes you to apply and become part of their family.