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.

KITCHEN LEAD

The Kitchen Lead is a role responsible for, but not limited to, staff supervision and quality control in one of the food service outlets. This individual works directly with the outlet manager to properly delegate, complete, and ensure the quality of production in the kitchen and fills in as the key point of contact in the manager’s absence. The Kitchen Lead is also responsible for overseeing the dining service in general and plays a major role in diner satisfaction by addressing concerns or complaints from the diner. The Kitchen Lead is also directly responsible for creating prep lists and orders. The Kitchen Lead supports the mission by upholding quality and safe food services in their outlet and ensuring the staff is performing to departmental and company standards. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Source high quality ingredients with a focus on local, sustainable, and organic items
• Plan and create menus with the chef that have an emphasis on seasonal items and creative menu choices
• Purchase and manage inventory
• Monitor food quality
• Maintain safety of physical kitchen and café space
• Cater company events as needed
• Create a pleasant and fun environment for SpaceX employees to meet and share a meal
• Build a structure to deliver in-house catering and support company and special events
• Work with managers to plan services and production
• Set and enforce standards of kitchen operation
• Fill in at cooking stations as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of sous chef or culinary management experience

PREDERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in culinary arts 
• 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 lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Ability to work all required shift hours, including overtime, and weekends, as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    

Pay range:

Level 3: $23.00/hour + $2.00/hour lead differential

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.