Sous Chef/Prep Cook

Crave-It Nutrition is a Texas-based food service company renowned for managing over 65 locations, including schools and community-focused institutions. The company emphasizes fresh, scratch-cooked meals made with high-quality ingredients, aiming to bring real culinary craft to settings often underserved by conventional food programs. With a dedication to exceptional food quality, sustainability, and operational efficiency, Crave-It Nutrition supports a growing network of clients by focusing on nutritious, flavorful, and well-prepared meals that positively impact the communities they serve. The company cultivates a supportive and collaborative work culture guided by experienced regional management, ensuring team members receive comprehensive training and ongoing opportunities for professional growth.

The Sous Chef role at Crave-It Nutrition represents an exceptional opportunity for culinary professionals who have honed their craft in high-quality, fast-paced restaurant kitchens and are now looking to apply their skills in a more balanced, community-oriented setting. This position is specifically based at the Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts in Fort Worth, TX, supporting the Kitchen Manager & Head Chef in operating the school food service program. As a hands-on kitchen leader, the Sous Chef will engage in daily cooking, oversee food preparation and service, and step in to manage kitchen operations when the Head Chef is unavailable.

The position balances the need for culinary excellence with operational leadership in a school environment, offering a meaningful career path with regular hours—typically from 7 am to 2 pm, Monday through Friday during the school year. This scheduling allows for both work-life balance and the reward of contributing to a community-focused mission without the exhaustive hours associated with restaurant kitchens. Compensation is competitive and based on experience, with additional benefits such as mileage reimbursement for grocery and delivery runs, paid training, and summer opportunities. The role includes responsibilities beyond cooking, such as supervising staff, developing menu items with creativity and culinary insight, managing inventory, and adhering strictly to food safety and health standards.

Ideal candidates are experienced culinary professionals who excel under pressure, maintain quality standards consistently, and embody leadership by example. Since the role involves occasional driving to support inventory and deliveries, a reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license are mandatory. Candidates need to pass a comprehensive criminal background check and be willing to complete specialized onboarding and training, including Safe Environment Training as required by the Diocese. A Food Handler or Food Manager’s Certificate is also required or must be obtained prior to starting.

Overall, this Sous Chef position at Crave-It Nutrition offers an excellent chance for individuals passionate about food quality, culinary technique, and community impact to thrive in a structured environment that values sustainability, teamwork, and professional development.