Sous Chef - UMass Lowell Catering

Aramark; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and work/life

401(k) retirement savings plan

Parental leave and disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Sous Chef for event-driven catering operations in Lowell, MA. You will report to the Chef Manager and lead kitchen and culinary activities, emphasizing safety, team development, and client relations.

The role focuses on controlling costs, maintaining quality, and executing company programs during evenings and weekends as needed. Growth opportunities are emphasized within a dynamic catering environment.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years of experience in a related catering 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.

Responsibilities

• Train and manage kitchen staff and coordinate culinary activities
• Estimate food needs and procure supplies
• Develop and standardize recipes for consistent quality
• Set presentation standards and plan/price menus
• Maintain equipment and ensure safety and sanitation
• Oversee catering events and provide demonstrations or instruction

Skills

Team management

Culinary expertise

Food safety knowledge

Budget awareness

Communication skills

Education

Post-high school education or equivalent

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

This position requires an event-based schedule, with hours determined by catering and concession operations. Employees will work a flexible schedule based on event demand, including evenings and weekends as needed.

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 Chef 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.

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 5+ years of experience in a related catering 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

Compensation Information

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000. 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.

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.

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.