Executive Sous Chef: Lead Culinary Operations & Events

Aramark; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Sports & Entertainment at Laurel Park is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead daily culinary operations and events, ensuring high standards of production, presentation, and service. You will train and manage kitchen staff, coach for performance, and build strong rapport with clients and guests while driving margin and inventory optimisation in a dynamic venue.

The role requires culinary leadership, a degree or 3+ years in management, and strong communication skills in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred or 3+ years in management required
• Experience in events, hospitality, or catering
• Advanced knowledge of food profession principles
• Strong client rapport and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily culinary operations and events
• Ensure standards for production, presentation, and service
• Train and manage staff with best practices
• Coach and recognize employees
• Maintain staff records and performance data
• Develop client/guest relationships and report trends
• Focus on margin improvement and inventory trends
• Ensure food quality and safety; comply with safety standards

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Communication

Operational standards

Education

Culinary degree

Management experience (3+ years)

Job description

Aramark Sports & Entertainment at Laurel Park is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead daily culinary operations and events, ensuring high standards of production, presentation, and service. You will train and manage kitchen staff, coach for performance, and build strong rapport with clients and guests while driving margin and inventory optimisation in a dynamic venue.

The role requires culinary leadership, a degree or 3+ years in management, and strong communication skills in a collaborative