Mon-Fri Chef: Lead Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Aramark; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Bethesda, MD is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations, train and supervise staff, and ensure top-notch food preparation. You will manage menu development, portion control, and safety standards while collaborating with service teams to deliver memorable experiences.

This full-time role requires 2–3 years in a related position and preferably a culinary degree. Join a team focused on excellence, growth, and delivering high-quality meals for our clients in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in a related position is required.
• Post-high school education is preferred, ideally a culinary degree.
• Advanced knowledge of food service principles and practices is required.
• Ability to manage people and solve problems in a busy kitchen.
• Strong verbal, reading, and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Trains and leads kitchen personnel.
• Supervises and coordinates all related culinary activities.
• Estimates food consumption and requisitions or purchases food.
• Selects and develops recipes and standardizes production recipes for consistency.
• Establishes presentation techniques, quality standards, and plans/prices menus.
• Ensures proper equipment operation, safety, and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Oversees special catering events and may teach or demonstrate techniques.

Skills

Kitchen management

Culinary education

Food safety

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Post-high school education

Job description

Aramark in Bethesda, MD is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations, train and supervise staff, and ensure top-notch food preparation. You will manage menu development, portion control, and safety standards while collaborating with service teams to deliver memorable experiences.

This full-time role requires 2–3 years in a related position and preferably a culinary degree. Join a team focused on excellence, growth, and delivering high-quality meals for our clients in a fast-paced