Cater Sous Chef - The College of William & Mary - The College of William and Mary
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Paid holidays
Job Description
Aramark is a world leader in providing food services, facilities management, and uniform services across various sectors including education, healthcare, business, and sports and leisure. Operating in 15 countries, Aramark serves millions of guests daily, delivering quality and innovation with a strong commitment to sustainability and community enhancement. The company is rooted in service and driven by a purpose to positively impact its employees, clients, and communities while respecting the environment. As a global organization, Aramark champions diversity and equal opportunity employment, fostering an inclusive culture where all employees can thrive without discrimination based on race, gender, age, or any other protected characteristic.
The Catering Sous Chef position at Aramark is a critical role within their catering division. The role involves coordinating, planning, participating in, and supervising the preparation, production, and presentation of food for a designated unit or event. This position demands leadership skills as the Catering Sous Chef acts as the lead in the catering kitchen when the Catering Chef is absent, ensuring that food production meets quality and safety standards consistently. The Sous Chef will maintain inventory management, oversee food handling procedures, and uphold sanitation and cleanliness within the kitchen. They also play a key role in staff management, including interviewing, scheduling, training, coaching, and addressing workplace concerns, fostering a positive and productive team environment. This hands-on role requires flexibility in working hours to accommodate event-based schedules, including evenings and weekends.
This role is designed for candidates with substantial culinary knowledge, a passion for food safety and quality, and the ability to manage both food operations and personnel effectively. Aramark emphasizes professional development and encourages employees to develop new skills and adapt to evolving job duties. This dynamic position offers an opportunity to contribute to a reputable global company known for its commitment to service excellence and community impact. Employment with Aramark provides a collaborative work culture where career growth is supported, and individual contributions create meaningful customer experiences. The position does not specify the salary but is positioned within a competitive pay structure aligned with the catering and hospitality sector.
The Catering Sous Chef position at Aramark is a critical role within their catering division. The role involves coordinating, planning, participating in, and supervising the preparation, production, and presentation of food for a designated unit or event. This position demands leadership skills as the Catering Sous Chef acts as the lead in the catering kitchen when the Catering Chef is absent, ensuring that food production meets quality and safety standards consistently. The Sous Chef will maintain inventory management, oversee food handling procedures, and uphold sanitation and cleanliness within the kitchen. They also play a key role in staff management, including interviewing, scheduling, training, coaching, and addressing workplace concerns, fostering a positive and productive team environment. This hands-on role requires flexibility in working hours to accommodate event-based schedules, including evenings and weekends.
This role is designed for candidates with substantial culinary knowledge, a passion for food safety and quality, and the ability to manage both food operations and personnel effectively. Aramark emphasizes professional development and encourages employees to develop new skills and adapt to evolving job duties. This dynamic position offers an opportunity to contribute to a reputable global company known for its commitment to service excellence and community impact. Employment with Aramark provides a collaborative work culture where career growth is supported, and individual contributions create meaningful customer experiences. The position does not specify the salary but is positioned within a competitive pay structure aligned with the catering and hospitality sector.
Job Requirements
- ServSafe certification required
- Two to three years experience in a related culinary position
- Post-high school education preferably a culinary degree
- Knowledge of food safety and kitchen sanitation standards
- Experience managing and coaching staff
- Strong communication skills
- Availability to work flexible, event-based hours including evenings and weekends
Job Qualifications
- ServSafe certification required
- Two to three years experience in a related culinary position
- Two to three years of post-high school education, preferably a culinary degree
- Advanced knowledge of food profession principles and practices
- Experience managing people and resolving problems
- Excellent oral, reading, and written communication skills
- Willingness to be hands on with staff and operations
- Availability to work event-based hours including evenings and weekends
Job Duties
- Supervise and participate in production, preparation, and presentation of foods for assigned units
- Act as lead in catering kitchen in absence of Catering Chef
- Maintain sufficient inventory, record deliveries, manage discrepancies and assist with storage
- Ensure proper handling of food products and equipment to maintain food safety and kitchen standards
- Maintain cleanliness and high sanitation standards at all times
- Interview, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel staff
- Resolve problems, provide open communication, and recommend discipline as appropriate
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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