Sous Chef/Prep Cook

Crave-It Nutrition is a Texas-based food service company dedicated to providing high-quality, scratch-cooked meals to a variety of community-focused settings, including schools. With over 65 managed locations across the state, Crave-It Nutrition prides itself on combining culinary excellence with operational efficiency to deliver nutritious and delicious food in environments that promote health and wellness. As a growing company, Crave-It Nutrition emphasizes a supportive and structured workplace culture, backed by regional management teams committed to employee growth and development. Their approach balances the demands of food service operations with a genuine care for the communities they serve, especially in educational settings where nutrition plays a crucial role in student well-being and academic success.

The role of Sous Chef at Crave-It Nutrition is a unique opportunity to bring professional culinary expertise into a meaningful school food service program at Christ the King in Dallas, TX. This is not a typical restaurant role; instead, it merges the art and discipline of restaurant-quality cooking with the fulfilling mission of feeding students healthy, thoughtfully prepared meals. The Sous Chef will work closely with the Kitchen Manager and Head Chef to ensure daily culinary operations run smoothly, maintaining the highest standards for food quality, presentation, and safety.

Ideal candidates are seasoned culinary professionals who have already demonstrated their skills in high-quality, fast-paced restaurant kitchens and are now seeking a more balanced work environment. The position demands a hands-on leader who is equally comfortable cooking alongside their team, supervising prep and service, and independently managing the kitchen during the Head Chef’s absence. The role requires a commitment to culinary craftsmanship, including knife skills, seasoning, plating, and menu development. Candidates will have the chance to contribute creatively to menu planning while supporting operational efficiency to ensure timely service.

This position offers a stable, school-year schedule with weekday hours from 7 am to 2 pm, providing a sustainable work-life balance compared to the late nights and unpredictability often associated with restaurant employment. The Sous Chef will enjoy competitive hourly compensation based on experience, plus mileage reimbursement for grocery runs and meal delivery to satellite school locations. New hires receive paid training and onboarding and the opportunity to grow within an expanding company that values community impact and employee development.

Joining Crave-It Nutrition means becoming part of a larger mission to revolutionize school food programs by integrating culinary professionalism, nutritional science, and community care. The Sous Chef will play a vital role in executing high-quality meals that meet health standards and delight students, fostering a positive dining experience that supports health and learning. Candidates who thrive in active, team-oriented kitchens and seek a stable yet challenging culinary environment will find this role highly rewarding.