Woodlands Market, Marin and San Francisco's premier gourmet grocery store, has an opening for a Sous Chef at our Commissary Kitchen location!
Woodlands Market is seeking a hands-on and skilled Sous Chef to support the day-to-day operations of our Food Commissary Kitchen and packaging facilities. This role is crucial in managing high-quality prepared food production while working directly with kitchen and packaging teams. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary excellence, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage large-scale food production in a fast-paced environment. At Woodlands we are striving to be a culinary destination and top food experience in the bay area and beyond.
Culinary Support
Assist in the development and execution of commissary kitchen recipes and production workflows, ensuring consistency and quality.
Conduct regular quality and taste checks, providing feedback to maintain excellence across all products.
Collaborate with the Executive Chef and store teams to implement feedback on menu items and improve customer satisfaction.
Operational Oversight
Oversee daily kitchen and packaging operations, ensuring adherence to schedules, deadlines, and high-volume efficiency.
Monitor workflows to optimize production and meet demand without sacrificing quality.
Enforce compliance with food safety, sanitation, and organizational standards, including HACCP protocols.
Assist in inventory management and ordering to maintain the availability of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Team Leadership
Directly supervise production team members, fostering a hands-on and collaborative work environment.
Train and mentor team members on best practices for efficiency, safety, and product quality.
Provide guidance and feedback to ensure team accountability and growth.
Support Financial & Strategic Management
Work with the Executive Chef to manage labor and production costs effectively.
Provide input on operational improvements, menu development, and production capabilities.
Qualifications:
Experience:
5+ years in a leadership role within a commissary kitchen, production facility, or large-scale food service operation.
Previous Executive Chef experience preferred.
Education:
Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience.
Skills:
Strong understanding of high-volume food production and culinary techniques.
Proven ability to manage operational logistics and supply chain relationships.
Technical proficiency in production management software, as well as Google Workspace (G Suite), Microsoft Office, and other relevant tools.
Provide guidance and feedback to ensure team accountability and growth.
Support Financial & Strategic Management
Work with the Executive Chef to manage labor and production costs effectively.
Provide input on operational improvements, menu development, and production capabilities.
Qualifications
Experience: 3+ years in a kitchen leadership role, preferably in a commissary kitchen or large-scale food production environment.
Education: Culinary Arts degree or equivalent professional experience.
Skills:
Strong knowledge of high-volume food production techniques.
Proficiency in inventory management and operational logistics.
Familiarity with production management software and tools like Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance (HACCP certification is a plus).
Why Apply For This Role?
Woodlands Market is more than just a grocery store; we are a community-centered destination for fresh, innovative, and locally inspired foods. As our Executive Chef, you will have the opportunity to shape the culinary direction of our commissary kitchen while leading a talented team dedicated to crafting exceptional food. Join us and play a pivotal role in delivering the quality and creativity that sets Woodlands Market apart.
Who Are We?
Woodlands Market is a leader in gourmet retailing, service and innovation in the grocery industry. We are a flourishing Marin County-based employer who believes in supporting our community in many ways. One of these ways is to employ talented individuals from within our communities and surrounding areas. We currently operate grocery stores in Kentfield, Tiburon and San Francisco. We also operate a Pet Shop in San Francisco as well as an off-site kitchen in San Rafael. We engage approximately 330 individuals on staff, many of whom have come to us with an in-depth knowledge of the specialty food industry. These members of our extended Woodlands family and their commitment to community, food, service and to each other are what set us apart from other grocery stores.
Benefits of working at Woodlands Market include:
Competitive wages
Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance*
Full-time employees receive a generous benefits package including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and paid holidays
Holiday premium pay for time worked on recognized holidays
20% store discount , 50% shift meal discount*
Vouchers towards the purchase of shoes and apparel
Awesome, team-oriented environment
Opportunities for growth and development
*Must meet minimum hours for some benefits/max lunch discount $4.50
Pay Range: $28-$36
Woodlands Market is seeking a hands-on and skilled Sous Chef to support the day-to-day operations of our Food Commissary Kitchen and packaging facilities. This role is crucial in managing high-quality prepared food production while working directly with kitchen and packaging teams. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary excellence, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage large-scale food production in a fast-paced environment. At Woodlands we are striving to be a culinary destination and top food experience in the bay area and beyond.
Culinary Support
Assist in the development and execution of commissary kitchen recipes and production workflows, ensuring consistency and quality.
Conduct regular quality and taste checks, providing feedback to maintain excellence across all products.
Collaborate with the Executive Chef and store teams to implement feedback on menu items and improve customer satisfaction.
Operational Oversight
Oversee daily kitchen and packaging operations, ensuring adherence to schedules, deadlines, and high-volume efficiency.
Monitor workflows to optimize production and meet demand without sacrificing quality.
Enforce compliance with food safety, sanitation, and organizational standards, including HACCP protocols.
Assist in inventory management and ordering to maintain the availability of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Team Leadership
Directly supervise production team members, fostering a hands-on and collaborative work environment.
Train and mentor team members on best practices for efficiency, safety, and product quality.
Provide guidance and feedback to ensure team accountability and growth.
Support Financial & Strategic Management
Work with the Executive Chef to manage labor and production costs effectively.
Provide input on operational improvements, menu development, and production capabilities.
Qualifications:
Experience:
5+ years in a leadership role within a commissary kitchen, production facility, or large-scale food service operation.
Previous Executive Chef experience preferred.
Education:
Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience.
Skills:
Strong understanding of high-volume food production and culinary techniques.
Proven ability to manage operational logistics and supply chain relationships.
Technical proficiency in production management software, as well as Google Workspace (G Suite), Microsoft Office, and other relevant tools.
Provide guidance and feedback to ensure team accountability and growth.
Support Financial & Strategic Management
Work with the Executive Chef to manage labor and production costs effectively.
Provide input on operational improvements, menu development, and production capabilities.
Qualifications
Experience: 3+ years in a kitchen leadership role, preferably in a commissary kitchen or large-scale food production environment.
Education: Culinary Arts degree or equivalent professional experience.
Skills:
Strong knowledge of high-volume food production techniques.
Proficiency in inventory management and operational logistics.
Familiarity with production management software and tools like Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance (HACCP certification is a plus).
Why Apply For This Role?
Woodlands Market is more than just a grocery store; we are a community-centered destination for fresh, innovative, and locally inspired foods. As our Executive Chef, you will have the opportunity to shape the culinary direction of our commissary kitchen while leading a talented team dedicated to crafting exceptional food. Join us and play a pivotal role in delivering the quality and creativity that sets Woodlands Market apart.
Who Are We?
Woodlands Market is a leader in gourmet retailing, service and innovation in the grocery industry. We are a flourishing Marin County-based employer who believes in supporting our community in many ways. One of these ways is to employ talented individuals from within our communities and surrounding areas. We currently operate grocery stores in Kentfield, Tiburon and San Francisco. We also operate a Pet Shop in San Francisco as well as an off-site kitchen in San Rafael. We engage approximately 330 individuals on staff, many of whom have come to us with an in-depth knowledge of the specialty food industry. These members of our extended Woodlands family and their commitment to community, food, service and to each other are what set us apart from other grocery stores.
Benefits of working at Woodlands Market include:
Competitive wages
Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance*
Full-time employees receive a generous benefits package including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and paid holidays
Holiday premium pay for time worked on recognized holidays
20% store discount , 50% shift meal discount*
Vouchers towards the purchase of shoes and apparel
Awesome, team-oriented environment
Opportunities for growth and development
*Must meet minimum hours for some benefits/max lunch discount $4.50
Pay Range: $28-$36
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Job ID: 481030823
Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025
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