Sous Chef - Turtleback Zoo

Aramark; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Sous Chef in West Orange, NJ reporting to the General Manager to lead kitchen operations, develop the team, ensure safety, and support client relations while meeting budget targets.

This hands-on role emphasizes culinary excellence, menu development, and training, with opportunities for growth and participating in company programs.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in a related position.
• 2–3 years of post-high school education or equivalent.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession.
• Experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems.
• Requires oral, reading and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise/coordinate all related culinary activities
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food
• Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
• Establish presentation technique and quality standards, and plan and price menus
• Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen
• Oversee special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrates culinary techniques

Skills

Kitchen management

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food safety & sanitation

Cost control

Team training

Education

Culinary degree

Post-secondary education

Job description

Job Description

We know that a Chef's job isn't only about the food. It takes skills, dedication, patience, and the right opportunities. We're looking for Sous Chef who can help us deliver the best customer service and food experiences. Reporting to the General Manager, you'll take a hands‑on approach in focusing on team development, culinary expertise, safety protocol, and client relations. Our Sous Chef will also play a key role in helping us meet budget requirements and execute company‑delivered programs.

Just like you, we're passionate about everything we do, and we'll make sure you have the right growth opportunities to reach the peak of your career.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $65,000 to $85,000. 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 Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

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 all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise/coordinate all related culinary activities

• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food

• Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality

• Establish presentation technique and quality standards, and plan and price menus

• Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen

• Oversee special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrates culinary techniques

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

• Requires 2-3 years of experience in a related position

• Requires 2-3 years of post‑high school education or equivalent experience

• Culinary degree preferred

• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession

• Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems

• Requires oral, reading and written communication 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.