Lead Sous Chef: Craft, Mentor & Kitchen Mastery

Aramark; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Sous Chef to lead line cooks and help maintain inventory to meet daily needs. The role involves following recipes, preparing hot and cold foods, and ensuring quality presentation and efficiency across shifts.

The candidate should manage food safety, sanitation, and kitchen standards while training staff and supporting supervisors in labor scheduling. A strong professional appearance is required.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and understand verbal instructions.
• Sanitation course completed 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.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to resolve interpersonal situations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support line cooks in coordinating food procurement and preparation while keeping labor and cost targets in check.
• Read and follow recipes; prepare and cook hot and cold foods.
• Ensure daily prep sufficiency for smooth restaurant operations.
• Prepare and plate food ensuring attractive presentation.
• Ensure all orders are completed efficiently.
• Order and receive food products; log items by invoice.
• Assist in conducting inventories; note shortages.
• Maintain knowledge of culinary trends and apply where appropriate.
• Ensure safe handling of all foods and equipment and sanitation standards.

Skills

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Basic arithmetic

Emotional control

Interpersonal skills

Education

Sanitation course

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Sous Chef to lead line cooks and help maintain inventory to meet daily needs. The role involves following recipes, preparing hot and cold foods, and ensuring quality presentation and efficiency across shifts.

The candidate should manage food safety, sanitation, and kitchen standards while training staff and supporting supervisors in labor scheduling. A strong professional appearance is required.