Sous Chef

Job Description

LifeWorks Restaurant Group crafts thoughtful, chef-led dining and hospitality experiences designed around the people and places we serve. From the first conversation, our teams work as true partners with our clients, shaping everything from the design of a space to the way the experience comes to life. We craft thoughtful, elevated experiences that leave people more inspired, more connected, and genuinely cared for. LifeWorks Restaurant Group is part of Aramark's Workplace Experience Group. Learn more at lifeworksrestaurantgroup.com. Imagination Well Served. #LifeWorksRestaurantGroup

The Executive Chef is a management position overseeing chef managers as well as hourly culinary staff, responsible for developing and executing culinary solutions to meet customer needs and tastes. This role oversees and manages culinary operations to meet production, presentation, and service standards. This role applies culinary techniques to food preparation and manages the final presentation and service of food.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $75,000.00 to $85,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute the preparation and presentation of menu items in accordance with established recipes, culinary techniques, and luxury dining standards.

• Maintain exceptional quality, consistency, and attention to detail across all dishes leaving the station.

• Ensure all food is prepared and plated to the restaurant's specifications for taste, texture, temperature, and visual presentation.

• Collaborate closely with Executive Chefs, Sous Chefs, and culinary team members to deliver a seamless dining experience.

• Maintain organization and readiness of assigned station during service periods.

• Support the training and development of junior culinary team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

• Participate in daily pre-shift meetings, menu briefings, and service reviews.

• Monitor inventory levels, assist with requisitions, and minimize waste while maintaining product quality.

• Ensure proper storage, labeling, handling, and rotation of all food products in accordance with food safety standards.

• Contribute ideas and feedback for menu development, seasonal offerings, and culinary innovation.

• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of all work areas, equipment, and storage locations.

• Ensure all kitchen operations comply with food safety, sanitation, occupational health, and company policies.Demonstrate professionalism, urgency, and teamwork throughout all service periods.

• Uphold the restaurant's commitment to providing an exceptional guest experience through culinary excellence.

• Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary and kitchen operations.

• Follow all applicable policies, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, wages, and hours.

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

• Minimum of2 years of culinary experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, upscale restaurants, or high-end hotels.

• Experience working in a high-volume environment while maintaining exceptional quality and presentation standards.

• Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary cooking techniques.Understanding of premium ingredients, seasonal products, and elevated plating methods.

• Ability to execute dishes with consistency, precision, and attention to detail.

• Demonstrated commitment to food safety, sanitation, and kitchen best practices.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure during peak service periods.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Culinary degree, certificate, apprenticeship, or equivalent professional experience preferred.

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 or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .