Title:  Lead Cook

Job Description

We are looking for full-time and part-time Sous Chefs to join our team at Queen's Hospitality Services. 

The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting day to day operations of the kitchen in support of Executive Chef/ Manager. This position requires leading peers, training and delegating and assuming operational responsibilities. The Sous Chef must be able to work/lead and have knowledge of all stations and support where and when needed.

This role requires a passion for food, creativity in menu planning, and strong leadership abilities to guide kitchen staff in delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• You will report to the Executive Chef or Unit Manager. You will assist with all aspects of back of house restaurant management including:
• Participate actively during operations to co-ordinate food production as well as working line stations
• Assist with the management of food costs - conduct physical counts of food inventory, develop action plans and reports within designated timelines
• Assist in establishing par levels for food and manage inventory levels and costs
• Assist with managing kitchen labour costs by adhering to labour budgets, and maintaining team levels to meet the customer demand and assist to manage kitchen labor costs on a daily/weekly basis
• Assist with the training and development of all culinary staff
• Conduct thorough opening and closing checks of the kitchen to ensure that operational standards and food safety standards are met
• Monitor food safety and food handling activities on an ongoing basis, ensuring standards are met.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of food safety practices and food handling procedures.
• Experience in food service within a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• You have a passion for food 
• You are a leader, that creates a positive work environment and takes development seriously.
• Flexible work schedule with ability to work days, evenings and nights 
• Are you guests focused and customer service oriented?
• Do you thrive in a busy kitchen?
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required
• Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
• Food safety certification required

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do 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 other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.