Catering Sous Chef - Florida State University

Job Description

The Sous Chef will coordinate, plan, participate, and supervise the production, preparation, and presentation of food for Florida State University's Catering and Events.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in the production, preparation, and presentation of all foods for Catering and Events as assigned by the Aramark Executive Chef to ensure that a consistent quality product is produced. 

• Ensure a 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 is maintained, to ensure food safety and kitchen standards are adhered to at all times. 

• Ensure cleanliness and high sanitation standards are maintained at all times.

• Interview, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, resolve problems, provide open communication, recommend discipline as appropriate.

  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

• Two to three years? experience in a related culinary position. 
• Candidate will possess two to three years of post-high school education, preferably a culinary degree.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. 
• Experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or problems. 
• Excellent oral, reading, and written communication skills.
• Candidate must be willing to be hands on with staff and operations and be willing to work event-based hours that include evenings and weekends.
• Experience of menu planning.
• Dedication and self-motivation.
• Good reliability and time keeping.
• To work on own initiative or as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to hours and duties.
• Willingness to undergo training as the need arises.

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.