Sous Chef- PM

Beaverton, OR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Job Description

LifeWorks Restaurant Group is an innovative division of Aramark, a global leader known for delivering high-quality food services and facilities management across 15 countries. LifeWorks Restaurant Group specifically focuses on creating custom dining solutions that elevate client amenities into extraordinary sensory experiences. This independently operated division prides itself on its forward-thinking approach, engaging deeply with clients to design spaces and experiences that not only meet but transcend expectations. Their expertise spans conceptual design, delivery, and branding, ensuring every culinary project reinforces company culture and enhances client satisfaction. By fostering transparency from the initial stages of collaboration, LifeWorks Restaurant Group builds strong partnerships that lead to exceptional culinary service and memorable dining environments. The company emphasizes a culture of innovation, quality, and service excellence that aligns with Aramark’s broader mission of doing great things for employees, clients, communities, and the planet.

The Culinary Supervisor position at LifeWorks Restaurant Group offers a dynamic role within this vibrant team. This role is pivotal in coordinating, planning, and supervising all aspects of food production, preparation, and presentation for designated client units. The supervisor ensures that the culinary team delivers consistent, high-quality food products that meet stringent safety and sanitation standards. Leading with both hands-on involvement and strategic oversight, the Culinary Supervisor manages inventory, facilitates training and development of kitchen staff, and oversees day-to-day kitchen operations. This leadership role requires a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and an ability to communicate effectively with both front-of-house teams and higher management. The position requires flexibility, including the willingness to work event-based hours such as evenings and weekends, reflecting the dynamic nature of the food service industry. Candidates will find this role rewarding, with opportunities to develop new skills and contribute to a team that values innovation and excellence in every culinary experience.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Two to three years' culinary experience
Post-secondary education in culinary arts preferred
Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen sanitation
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to work flexible and event-based hours
Physical ability to perform kitchen job duties

Job Qualifications

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 principles and practices within the food profession
Experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or problems
Excellent oral, reading, and written communication skills
Willingness to be hands-on with staff and operations
Ability to work event-based hours including evenings and weekends

Job Duties

Supervise and participate in the production, preparation, and presentation of all foods for assigned units
Ensure sufficient inventory is maintained to meet daily needs, record deliveries, deal with discrepancies, and assist with storage
Ensure proper handling of all 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, counsel staff, resolve problems, provide open communication, and recommend discipline as appropriate