Company description

Chowgirls Catering is an award-winning, women-owned catering company based in Northeast Minneapolis. Since 2004, we’ve been creating memorable experiences through seasonal food, thoughtful hospitality, and a strong commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and community.

We believe great food should care for both people and the planet. Our team works with local and regional farmers and producers, prepares scratch-made food using seasonal ingredients, and incorporates sustainable practices throughout our operations—from composting and waste reduction to food rescue and community partnerships. We are also proud to have been a founding partner of Kitchen Coalition, helping provide meals to neighbors experiencing food insecurity.

At Chowgirls, our people are at the heart of what we do. We value collaboration, creativity, initiative, and continuous growth, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace where employees feel welcomed, respected, and supported. Whether working in our kitchen, at an event, behind the scenes, or with our clients, every team member plays a role in delivering the warm, thoughtful hospitality Chowgirls is known for.

Job description

SOUS CHEF

Full time – Salary

Benefit Position

The Sous Chef will help oversee and manage the overall production, quality control, and operations in the kitchen. Responsibilities include organizing and directing the processes necessary to provide a clean, professional, high quality, and high volume catering kitchen. The position reports to the Executive Chef.

FOOD HANDLING / PRODUCTION

Present food in creative ways that meets or exceeds Chowgirls standards
Have proof of a current Food Safety Certificate
Ensure MN Health Department food safety standards in all stages of prep, storage, and transport
Assist with trouble-shooting during recipe development
Maintain Chowgirls’ sustainability and seasonal standards
Ensure recipes are followed to create a consistent product
Execute on production timelines
Help Chefs order all ingredients for events
Check orders in and keep walk-in, freezers, and dry storage organized
Work with the Warehouse and Beverage Program Manager to order other supplies
Help in the research, purchase, and maintenance of kitchen equipment
Assist with tracking inventory
Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours and able to lift at least 50 pounds

STAFF MANAGEMENT

Serve as a role model, lead, and train staff on best practices
Manage kitchen staff and disciplinary actions
Oversee staff's execution of all food production
Maintain the Chowgirls standards of service
Delegate production of items to kitchen staff in a standard organized manner
Assist in Kitchen Coalition management
Be a leader in the kitchen

INTERNAL ORGANIZATION

Maintain a general system of organization for kitchen staff, food, and equipment
A working knowledge of email communication, Google Docs and Sheets and the ability to learn Total Party Planner
Assists with Kitchen Coalition as needed

COMMUNICATION

Proactively communicate work and personal schedule through Slack
Attend and actively participate in all required company meetings
Respond to internal and external communications within 12 hours
Present a professional positive attitude among coworkers, vendors, and clients
Facilitate information flows throughout workplace
Maintain availability for communication by phone, Slack, and email

HUMAN RESOURCES

Maintain employee privacy at all times
Keep all Chowgirls information confidential, including internal documents, policies, procedures, recipes, and customer/venue/vendor information
Always promote Chowgirls in a positive light at the office and in the community
Present a positive and professional attitude and appearance at all times when representing Chowgirls on social media and at all events

CULTURE

Cultivate general knowledge of Chowgirl's’ handbook, history, values, and vision
Guide peers and Chowgirls forward by sharing identified strengths or skill areas of specialization
Commit to professional development, building a broad portfolio of skills and increasing mastery of current skills
Uphold Chowgirls’ commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
Model highest standards of leadership and customer service

Compensation

this position is: salaried, $50,000 - $75,000

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Deadline

October 09, 2026