Sous Chef - Tampa Convention Center

Aramark is a leading global provider of food, facilities, and uniform services, dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Founded on a strong mission rooted in service and united by a purpose to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet, Aramark is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. The company does 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 any other characteristic protected by law. As an organization, Aramark offers an environment that supports talent development, fuels passion, and empowers professional growth, making it an ideal employer for individuals seeking new challenges and a supportive workplace culture. Comprehensive benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings plans like 401(k), paid time off such as parental leave, and disability coverage, are available to eligible employees, further enhancing the overall employment experience.

Step into an exciting culinary leadership role as a Sous Chef at the Tampa Convention Center, one of Tampa’s premier event destinations. This role is perfect for culinary professionals who thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments, supporting exceptional dining experiences for a wide variety of events including conferences, galas, trade shows, and other large-scale gatherings. Working closely with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef, the Sous Chef will play a critical role in driving kitchen operations, supporting daily execution, and ensuring every event is executed with consistent quality, creativity, and a strong commitment to hospitality. The ideal candidate will bring precision, culinary expertise, and teamwork to the kitchen, contributing to the delivery of memorable culinary experiences.

As a Sous Chef at the Tampa Convention Center under Aramark’s management, your responsibilities will include training and managing kitchen personnel, coordinating culinary activities, estimating food consumption for proper requisition and purchasing, developing and standardizing recipes to maintain consistent quality, and establishing presentation techniques and quality standards. Furthermore, this role demands ensuring the proper operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment, upholding safety and sanitation standards, as well as overseeing special catering events with potential opportunities to provide culinary instruction or demonstrations. Embracing innovation and adaptability is critical as job duties may evolve based on operational needs, making this an exciting and rewarding opportunity for those passionate about culinary excellence and leadership within a prominent hospitality venue.