Join SpaceX as a Jr. Sous Chef to oversee kitchen inventory and food preparation in a dynamic culinary team.
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Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
What you'll build
- Manage and monitor inventory levels and ingredients
- Assist in establishing menu specifications
- Maintain quality by ensuring products are prepared according to guidelines
- Enforce food quality
- Ensure the safety of the physical kitchen and café space
Must have
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of sous chef or culinary management experience
Nice to have
- Sushi kitchen experience
- Degree in culinary arts
- Portfolio of culinary experience showcasing sushi expertise
- High volume production and catering experience
- Proven ability to create innovative menus on a daily basis
- Excellent communication skills
Practical constraints
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
- Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
- Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
- Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
- Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 1 hour per day
Requirements
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- High school
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Jr. Sous Chef at SpaceX is responsible for managing kitchen inventory and ensuring food preparation meets quality standards, with a particular focus on sushi. Candidates should have at least three years of culinary management experience, ideally with a background in sushi preparation and high-volume production. This role is suited for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and possess strong communication skills. The position is part of a culinary team that contributes to the unique culture at SpaceX.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze October 21, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 21, 2026.
Quick facts
- How much experience is required?
- At least 3 years of relevant experience for this Jr. Sous Chef (Sushi) role.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets junior candidates for this position.
From the original posting
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
JR. SOUS CHEF (SUSHI)
SpaceX is looking for passionate, experienced individuals looking to join our culinary team! The Jr. Sous Chef plays a crucial role in the culinary department by overseeing kitchen inventory, focusing on food preparation set up.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and monitor inventory levels and ingredients
- Assist in establishing menu specifications
- Maintain quality by ensuring products are prepared according to guidelines
- Enforce food quality
- Ensure the safety of the physical kitchen and café space
- Assist with and distribute work schedules
- Oversee front of house food preparation
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of sous chef or culinary management experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Sushi kitchen experience
- Degree in culinary arts
- Portfolio of culinary experience showcasing sushi expertise
- High volume production and catering experience
- Proven ability to create innovative menus on a daily basis
- Ability to perform under pressure
- Excellent communication skills
- Possess a creative spirit and ability to make the culinary experience part of the SpaceX culture
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
- Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
- Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
- Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
- Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
- Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
- Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
- Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 1 hour per day
- Kneel/Crouch: Up to 6 hours per day
- Upper body twist: Up to 1 hour per day
- Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 1 hour per day
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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