xAI

xAI

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Cook (Sushi)

Posted Oct 1, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Food & Beverage Culinary & Kitchen Operations
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Palo Alto, California, United States
Experience
3+ years of restaurant/food service production
Education
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
Visa support
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Role Summary

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The Jr. Sous Chef supports the culinary department, overseeing kitchen inventory and focusing on food preparation setup. The role also assists with menu specifications and work schedules while overseeing front-of-house food preparation.

What You'll Do

  • Manage and monitor inventory levels and ingredients.
  • Assist in establishing menu specifications.
  • Ensure products are prepared according to guidelines and enforce food quality.
  • Ensure the safety of the physical kitchen and café space.
  • Assist with and distribute work schedules, and oversee front-of-house food preparation.

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Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or equivalency certificate and 3+ years of restaurant/food service production experience.

Required

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 3+ years of restaurant/food service production

Preferred

  • Sushi kitchen 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 SpaceXAI culture

Original job description

Content provided by the employer

SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

SpaceXAI 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 safety of 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 restaurant/food service production

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Sushi kitchen 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 SpaceXAI 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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

$32.5 - $35 USD per hour 

Hourly pay is just one part of our total rewards package at SpaceXAI. Specific benefits vary by country, depending on your country of residence you may have access to medical benefits. We do not offer benefits for part-time roles.

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. 

SpaceXAI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.

xAI

About the company

xAI

Large Enterprise

xAI is a cutting-edge technology company focused on developing advanced artificial intelligence solutions to enhance human capabilities and optimize decision-making processes. Founded by a team of leading experts in AI and machine learning, xAI aims to address complex challenges across various industries, including healthcare, finance, and transportation. By prioritizing ethical AI development, the company is committed to creating innovative tools that empower organizations to harness the full potential of artificial intelligence while ensuring transparency and accountability.