Executive Sous Chef

Aramark Corporation; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary staff and ensure high standards in food preparation and presentation. This role involves training kitchen personnel, managing culinary activities, and developing innovative recipes. The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. Join a company that values service and professional growth, where your culinary skills can shine and make a positive impact on guests and the community.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Disability Coverage

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in a culinary position with advanced knowledge of food principles.
• Requires strong communication and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary staff and manage food preparation and presentation.
• Train kitchen personnel and coordinate culinary activities.
• Ensure safety and sanitation in the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary Techniques

Food Presentation

Communication Skills

Management of People

Education

Culinary Degree

Post-High School Education

Job description

Job Description

The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing culinary staff and developing and executing culinary solutions to meet production, presentation, and service standards. Applies culinary techniques to food preparation and manages the final presentation and service of food.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

There is no predetermined application window for this position; the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Trains and leads kitchen personnel

• Supervises/coordinates all related culinary activities

• Estimates food consumption and requisition or purchase food

• Selects and develops recipes and standardizes production recipes to ensure consistent quality

• Establishes presentation technique and quality standards, and plans and prices menus

• Ensures proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensures proper safety and sanitation in the kitchen

• Oversees special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrate culinary techniques

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change, or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 2-3 years in a related position

• Requires at least 2-3 years of post-high school education, preferably a culinary degree

• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession

• Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems

• Requires verbal, reading, and written communication skills

About Aramark

Our Mission: Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark: The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.