Campus Kitchen Sous Chef — High-Volume Culinary Lead

Aramark Corporation; Towson, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid days off; parental leave and more

Job summary

Aramark Corporation seeks a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in Towson, MD, supporting the Executive Chef across residential dining, retail, catering, and events. You will prepare, cook, and present high-quality meals, manage staff, and ensure safety standards are met.

You will help with menu execution, inventory, purchasing, and training, while maintaining cost controls and guest satisfaction in a dynamic campus setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred.
• At least two years of progressive culinary experience in high-volume production.
• Prior supervisory experience in large-scale dining environments preferred.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent food safety certification.
• Strong knowledge of food production systems, purchasing, inventory, and cost control.
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Experience with allergen management and dietary accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in preparation, cooking, and presentation for resident dining, retail, catering, and campus events.
• Oversee daily food production to ensure quality, schedule adherence and portion control.
• Supervise cooks, prep staff, and student workers; assign tasks and ensure service readiness.
• Train staff on recipes, sanitation, and operational procedures; foster teamwork.
• Support menu implementation, recipe development, and cost controls.
• Maintain HACCP compliance, sanitation, labeling, and allergy protocols.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Supervisory experience

English proficiency

Food safety practices

Attention to cost control

Team training & development

Allergen management

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts/ Hospitality or related field

Job description

Aramark Corporation seeks a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in Towson, MD, supporting the Executive Chef across residential dining, retail, catering, and events. You will prepare, cook, and present high-quality meals, manage staff, and ensure safety standards are met.

You will help with menu execution, inventory, purchasing, and training, while maintaining cost controls and guest satisfaction in a dynamic campus setting.