Executive Sous Chef — Lead Culinary Team & Menus

Aramark; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark's Citizens Bank Park kitchen in Philadelphia seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead chef managers and hourly staff, developing culinary solutions to meet client tastes and demands. You will oversee production, presentation and service, ensuring top quality and safety while mentoring the team.

You will drive menu execution, control food costs, and coach staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment. This role offers growth within a national foodservice leader.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 4 years of culinary experience.
• At least 2 years in a management role preferred.
• Requires a culinary degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to simplify directives and lead the team.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary principles and people management.

Responsibilities

• Ensures culinary production connects to the Executional Framework.
• Maintains proper standards for preparation, presentation, and service.
• Manages a culinary team, including chef managers and hourly staff.
• Trains staff in best practice food production techniques.
• Coaches employees to achieve goals and accountability.
• Plans and conducts team meetings and daily huddles.
• Maintains staff records, training, and performance data.
• Develops client and guest rapport for mutual benefit.
• Interacts with guests daily to ensure satisfaction.
• Monitors regional culinary and ingredient trends.
• Delivers food and labor targets and improves margins.
• Ensures efficient execution of all culinary products per menu.
• Maintains Aramark food quality and safety standards.
• Complies with safety, wage, and hour policies.

Skills

Culinary experience

Management experience

Culinary degree or equivalent

Multi-tasking

Leadership & team direction

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Aramark's Citizens Bank Park kitchen in Philadelphia seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead chef managers and hourly staff, developing culinary solutions to meet client tastes and demands. You will oversee production, presentation and service, ensuring top quality and safety while mentoring the team.

You will drive menu execution, control food costs, and coach staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment. This role offers growth within a national foodservice leader.