Sous Chef Leader: Kitchen Ops & Menu Development

ARAMARK; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

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

You will train culinary staff, help develop menus, manage inventory and waste, and assist with cost and labor goals to deliver consistently excellent dining experiences for clients and communities.

Qualifications

• Experience as a sous chef or higher in food service.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., ServSafe).
• Ability to assist menu development and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations across client locations.
• Oversee line execution, food quality, and presentation.
• Train and mentor culinary staff and assist with menu development.
• Manage inventory and waste while supporting cost and labor goals.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Menu development

Staff training

Inventory management

Cost control

Quality assurance

Job description

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

You will train culinary staff, help develop menus, manage inventory and waste, and assist with cost and labor goals to deliver consistently excellent dining experiences for clients and communities.