Title: Executive Sous Chef - Florida State Athletics
Tallahassee, FL, US, 32304
Job Description
The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for developing and executing culinary solutions to meet production, presentation, and service standards. Applies culinary techniques to food preparation and manages the final presentation and service of food.
Job Responsibilities
- Report to and support the Executive Chef in overseeing the culinary team for daily operations and special events of varying sizes.
- Ensure proper culinary standards and techniques are followed for food preparation, production, presentation, and service.
- Train and manage culinary and kitchen staff on best-practice food production techniques.
- Coach employees by creating a shared understanding of performance expectations and how objectives will be achieved.
- Reward and recognize employees for performance and contributions.
- Complete and maintain all staff records, including training records, opening and closing checklists, and performance data.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients and guests to support mutually beneficial business partnerships.
- Monitor and communicate regional culinary and ingredient trends.
- Maintain a consistent focus on margin improvement through analysis of performance metrics, ordering practices, and inventory trends.
- Ensure the integrity of Aramark's food offerings by consistently maintaining food quality and safety standards.
- Ensure full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals, including waste management, standardized menus, recipes, ingredients, customer-driven menu planning, and labor standards.
- Ensure accurate forecasting of food consumption to support appropriate requisitions and purchasing decisions.
- Oversee proper operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
- Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food standards, Quality Assurance standards, and all occupational and environmental safety policies.
- Comply with all applicable company policies, rules, and regulations, including those related to safety, health, and wage and hour requirements.
- Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities as business needs evolve, recognizing that duties may change or new assignments may be given without formal notice.
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
- Culinary degree preferred or at least 3 years of related experience in a management role required
- Previous experience in special events, hospitality, or catering required
- Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
- Ability to maintain effective client and customer rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships required
- Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
- Must be comfortable working in a collaborative team dynamic
- Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs. and ability to stand for extended periods
of time - Must have availability to work event-based hours including evening, weekend, and potentially holiday hours
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.
Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee