Sous Chef - Blackburn - Howard University

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, operating across 15 countries worldwide. Known for its commitment to service excellence and sustainability, Aramark serves millions of guests every day in various industries including education, healthcare, business, and sports. This company strives not only to meet the needs of its clients but also to foster a supportive, inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth and development for its employees. Aramark's mission is rooted in service and united by a purpose to do great things for each other, its partners, communities, and the planet. It is committed to equal employment opportunity and upholds diversity and inclusion across all levels of the organization, ensuring that every employee is free to participate fully and without discrimination on any legally protected basis.

The Sous Chef position at Blackburn Dining, a part of Aramark's extensive campus dining services, offers a dynamic and rewarding role within a high-volume food service environment. This hourly role, compensated between $25.00 to $32.00, supports the daily culinary operations and is integral to maintaining the quality and consistency that guests expect. The Sous Chef works closely with culinary staff, supervisors, and management to ensure that all meals are prepared and served safely, on time, and meeting the highest standards of food quality and presentation.

This position entails overseeing food production for multiple meals throughout the day including breakfast, lunch, dinner, special events, and ongoing campus dining needs. The Sous Chef is responsible not only for cooking but also for monitoring food quality, managing station setups, and ensuring service readiness, thus playing a key role in customer satisfaction. They provide leadership and direction to kitchen employees, coaching and supporting team members to uphold food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and workplace policies. Additionally, the Sous Chef assists in inventory management, ordering, receiving shipments, storage, product rotation, and waste control, maintaining the efficiency and organization of the kitchen. The role demands a proactive approach to communication and problem-solving to address staffing, equipment, and service concerns promptly.

Success in this position requires a strong culinary background combined with leadership skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The role demands physical stamina to handle kitchen tasks such as standing for long periods, lifting heavy items, and working in varied temperature conditions including hot kitchens and cold storage areas. Flexibility regarding working hours, including availability for mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events, is essential for meeting the demands of the dining operation.

Aramark offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision coverage, and work/life resources, as well as retirement savings plans like a 401(k), paid time off including parental leave and disability coverage. These benefits reflect Aramark’s commitment to the well-being of its workforce and fostering a professional yet caring workplace culture. Joining Aramark as a Sous Chef not only means taking on a vital role in a respected company but also gaining opportunities for skill development and career growth in the vibrant food service industry.