Sous Chef | Lead Kitchen Ops, Menu & Quality

ARAMARK; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ARAMARK is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations across client locations. You will oversee line execution, ensure high food quality and presentation, and uphold strict food safety and Aramark standards.

You will train and mentor culinary staff, assist in menu development, manage inventory and waste, and support cost and labor goals to deliver consistently excellent dining experiences for clients and communities.

Qualifications

• Experience as a sous chef or equivalent in large-scale food service.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation.
• Ability to lead kitchen operations across multiple client locations.

Responsibilities

• Support Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations across client locations.
• Oversee line execution, food quality, and presentation.
• Ensure adherence to food safety and Aramark standards.

Skills

Food safety

Menu development

Staff training

Inventory management

Cost control

Line cooking

Mentoring staff

Job description

ARAMARK is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations across client locations. You will oversee line execution, ensure high food quality and presentation, and uphold strict food safety and Aramark standards.

You will train and mentor culinary staff, assist in menu development, manage inventory and waste, and support cost and labor goals to deliver consistently excellent dining experiences for clients and communities.