Sous Chef - Courtyard - Western Carolina University

Aramark Correctional Services; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ACF Certification support

ProChef Certification

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan (401(k))

Paid vacation

Free meals during shifts

Job summary

Aramark at Western Carolina University Dining is seeking a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations, mentor staff, and deliver exceptional dining experiences while building a rewarding career. You will oversee production, schedules, and staff performance to ensure safety, quality, and on-time service.

The role offers strong career development opportunities, certification support (ACF/ProChef), comprehensive benefits, paid vacation, and the chance to work in the mountains of Western North Carolina.

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.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain work schedules and may prepare production packets (Production sheets and recipes).
• Direct daily activities.
• Maintains food production that ensures the safety and quality of food according to policies, procedures, and department requirements.
• Ensure that food items are stored in a safe, organized, and hazard‑free environment.
• Maintain all serving schedules; ensure that all food items are served per menu specifications in a safe and appropriate manner following Aramark policies and procedures.
• Maintain a sanitary department following health and safety codes and regulations.
• Maintain accurate inventory on a weekly basis.
• May prepare orders as needed to ensure accurate production for location.
• Supervise and evaluate employees; counsel; promote employee growth, efficiency, morale, and teamwork.
• Maintain a safe and hazard‑free working environment.
• Train/mentor other food service workers.
• Maintain logs on all maintenance required on equipment within the department.
• Ensure all food safety/temperature logs are completed with appropriate corrective action, as necessary.
• Perform preventative maintenance checklist.
• Recommend replacement of existing equipment to meet needs of facility.
• Proficiency in multi‑tasking.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Food Service Director or Manager whenever his/her skill and/or experience would be vital to initiate, coordinate, or complete any given program.
• Must fill in for absent employees at location, as necessary.
• Maintain knowledge of daily catering events and confirm they are prepared and delivered on time.
• Be able to work occasional night and weekend catered events.
• Attend food service meetings with staff.
• Maintain communication with staff (including office staff, e‑mail, phone calls, inter‑office mail, etc).
• May perform cashier duties as the need arises.
• Promote good public relations.

Skills

Verbal instructions understanding

Sanitation course

Cost-effective program

Basic arithmetic

Emotional control under stress

Interpersonal conflict resolution

Organization skills

Job description

Job Description

Why You'll Love Working Here

Join a team where your culinary expertise, leadership, and creativity are valued. As a Sous Chef at Western Carolina University Dining, you'll play a critical role in leading kitchen operations, mentoring team members, and delivering exceptional dining experiences while building a rewarding career with Aramark.

What We Offer:

• Career growth fueled by Aramark through training, development, and advancement opportunities.
• The opportunity to develop along a customized career path, curated by our Executive Chef, through hands‑on training, mentorship, and partnerships with internationally recognized professional organizations, including the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and the Culinary Institute of America (CIA).
• Support for American Culinary Federation (ACF) Certification and ProChef® Certification opportunities for employees in good standing who are committed to the requirements and professional development process.
• A creative culinary environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are encouraged.
• Leadership opportunities to coach, develop, and inspire culinary team members.
• Cross‑training opportunities that broaden your operational and management experience across hospitality and foodservice operations.
• A vibrant college campus atmosphere where you can positively impact the student experience every day.
• The opportunity to live and work in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
• 5 days of paid vacation to start, plus university holidays off.
• Free meal during every shift.

We believe in investing in our people by leveraging the resources of a robust hospitality organization to cross‑train, support, develop, and promote the next generation of culinary leaders. Start with a job. Finish with a rewarding career.

COMPENSATION: The hourly rate or salary range for this position is $25.00 to $25.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The hourly rate or salary range for this position is $25.00 to $25.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here.

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain work schedules and may prepare production packets (Production sheets and recipes).
• Direct daily activities.
• Maintains food production that ensures the safety and quality of food according to policies, procedures, and department requirements.
• Ensure that food items are stored in a safe, organized, and hazard‑free environment.
• Maintain all serving schedules; ensure that all food items are served per menu specifications in a safe and appropriate manner following Aramark policies and procedures.
• Maintain a sanitary department following health and safety codes and regulations.
• Maintain accurate inventory on a weekly basis.
• May prepare orders as needed to ensure accurate production for location.
• Supervise and evaluate employees; counsel; promote employee growth, efficiency, morale, and teamwork.
• Maintain a safe and hazard‑free working environment.
• Train/mentor other food service workers.
• Maintain logs on all maintenance required on equipment within the department.
• Ensure all food safety/temperature logs are completed with appropriate corrective action, as necessary.
• Perform preventative maintenance checklist.
• Recommend replacement of existing equipment to meet needs of facility.
• Proficiency in multi‑tasking.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Food Service Director or Manager whenever his/her skill and/or experience would be vital to initiate, coordinate, or complete any given program.
• Must fill in for absent employees at location, as necessary.
• Maintain knowledge of daily catering events and confirm they are prepared and delivered on time.
• Be able to work occasional night and weekend catered events.
• Attend food service meetings with staff.
• Maintain communication with staff (including office staff, e‑mail, phone calls, inter‑office mail, etc).
• May perform cashier duties as the need arises.
• Promote good public relations.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

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

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing – a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work – our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.