Hotel Sous Chef - LEGOLAND Resort California

San Diego, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $70,304.00 - $73,000.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Known for its commitment to service and a strong sense of purpose, Aramark aims to create positive impacts not only for its partners and communities but also for the planet. The company fosters a culture where careers are built to help employees develop their talents, fuel their passions, and empower their professional growth. With a focus on equal employment opportunity, Aramark ensures a welcoming and inclusive workplace for individuals from diverse backgrounds, respecting all aspects of identity and status. The company operates with integrity and purpose, dedicated to doing great things for its employees, customers, and stakeholders.

Aramark is currently seeking a Hotel Sous Chef to support the culinary operations at Legoland California. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary range of $70,304 to $73,000. The Hotel Sous Chef will play a pivotal role in leading and supervising hotel culinary activities, ensuring exceptional service and quality standards are met. This role requires a skilled culinary professional who can effectively manage kitchen personnel, develop and standardize recipes, and maintain operational oversight to maximize efficiency and minimize waste. The successful candidate will also manage inventory and ordering, monitor labor and food costs, and ensure compliance with safety, health, and sanitation regulations.

The Hotel Sous Chef is essential to delivering an outstanding culinary experience that contributes to the positive overall guest experience, especially focusing on creating a welcoming environment for children and families visiting Legoland. This role demands a proactive leader with strong communication skills and a commitment to training and developing their team to uphold Aramark's high standards. Working an event-based schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays, the Hotel Sous Chef must be adaptable and dedicated to meeting the dynamic needs of the hotel and its guests. Aramark offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans such as 401(k), paid time off, parental leave, and disability coverage, supporting the well-being of its employees.

At Aramark, employees have the opportunity to grow their careers in a supportive and mission-driven environment where their contributions directly impact the lives of guests and communities. The company is committed to fostering a respectful and safe workplace by adhering to rigorous safety and food handling standards. If you are a culinary professional passionate about leadership and excellence in hospitality, this position offers a rewarding career path within a global company dedicated to service and sustainability.

Job Requirements

At least 2-3 years of professional culinary experience
Completion of 2-3 years post-high school education preferably in culinary arts
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food preparation principles and practices
Experience managing kitchen personnel and culinary operations
Strong verbal reading and written communication skills
Ability to work an event-based schedule including evenings weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

Requires at least 2-3 years in a related position
Requires at least 2-3 years of post-high school education preferably a culinary degree
Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and or problems
Requires verbal reading and written communication skills
Required to work an event based schedule which will include evenings weekends and holidays

Job Duties

Work effectively with team members to deliver exceptional customer service focusing on creating a positive experience for children and all guests
Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise or coordinate all related culinary activities
Select and develop recipes as well as standardized production recipes to ensure consistent quality
Assist in identifying training needs and assist in the execution of any appropriate training where necessary ensuring written recipes presentations and SOPs are carried out consistently and accurately
Manage ordering and inventory processes for assigned locations
Minimize food waste through effective management practices
Understand and monitor how forecast labor food cost and other expenses affect business and respond accordingly
Establish or follow presentation technique and quality standards and plan and price menus
Ensure proper equipment operation maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen
Ensure equipment functions properly and shop areas meet safety and health standards to pass audits and have the ability to recognize and report safety hazards
Coordinate and assist in maintaining a clean and organized workstations and storage area including sweeping mopping washing scrubbing and polishing kitchen surfaces
Assist with catering and special events as needed
Adhere to the uniform policy
Adheres to Aramark and client companies San Diego County and OSHA safety policies and procedures for proper food safety sanitation storage and disposal