Full-Time Lead Sous Chef: Elevate Kitchen Ops & Mentorship

Aramark; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Aramark is seeking full-time Sous Chefs to join our Food Services Team. You’ll work alongside a manager to coordinate operations, oversee staff, and support daily activities while driving quality and safety in food production.

Responsibilities include scheduling, supervising staff, maintaining safety standards, and assisting with catering events. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, plus open availability, are essential.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and understand verbal instructions.
• Must complete a sanitation course either before or during first year.
• Must be knowledgeable in operating an efficient cost-effective program.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Ability to resolve interpersonal situations.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Open availability is a must have.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain work schedules and may prepare production packets.
• Direct daily activities.
• Maintain food production ensuring safety and quality.
• Ensure safe storage of food items.
• Maintain serving schedules and comply with menu specs.
• Maintain sanitary department per health codes.
• Maintain inventory on a weekly basis.
• Supervise and evaluate employees; counsel; promote growth and teamwork.
• Train/mentor other staff.
• Maintain equipment maintenance logs.
• Complete food safety/temperature logs and take corrective action.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks and recommend equipment replacements.
• Be capable of multitasking and fill in for absent staff.
• Coordinate catering events and ensure timely delivery.
• Attend staff meetings and communicate via various channels.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal instructions

Emotional control under stress

Organizational skills

Open availability

Job description

Aramark is seeking full-time Sous Chefs to join our Food Services Team. You’ll work alongside a manager to coordinate operations, oversee staff, and support daily activities while driving quality and safety in food production.

Responsibilities include scheduling, supervising staff, maintaining safety standards, and assisting with catering events. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, plus open availability, are essential.