Executive Sous Chef

Job Description

Come join our passionate culinary team! We are hiring full-time Executive Sous Chefs to join our Dining Services team at our largest dining hall at Carleton University campus. You will have the opportunity to create a wide range of cultural cuisines, work with local partners, feature special dishes with your own flair, and impact our customers? dining experience. This is a full-time year- round position!
 

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Executive Sous Chef oversees all activities of our Sous Chefs, Cooks and other kitchen personnel engaged in preparing and cooking food in a high-volume environment. The Executive Sous Chef is a consummate professional providing ongoing training, culinary vision, and leadership while serving as an active Chef.
 

What We Offer

?   Health benefits (full-time employees)
?   Training and development opportunities
?   Aramark Canada's Defined Contribution Pension Plan
?   Employee Recognition Programs including Service Awards
?   Meal program
?   Strong focus on a safe and healthy work environment
?   Diverse and inclusive workforce
?   Aramark Scholarship Program (dependents of full-time employees)

About the Job

?    Oversee, participate, and engage in ?The Caf? food creation and production for the operation
?    Participate in menu planning and development providing high quality food in an efficient manner
?    Supervise production lines to ensure portion control maximizing utilization of staff and equipment
?    Develop and motivate culinary team members through culinary leadership and training
?    Manage culinary staff while maintaining accountability and fostering an engaging culture
?    Support the execution of Aramark?s food management, safety, and labour management systems
?    Be an active professional chef - Customer facing and Customer focused; engaging with Clientele
?    Respond to customer inquiries regarding menu item preparation, dietary restrictions, and allergies
?    Oversee inventory control, labour schedules; ensure a safe and healthy work environment

About You

?    5+ years in the culinary field with diverse international cuisine experience
?    Post-secondary culinary training is preferred
?    Red Seal Certification required
?    Passion for food and hospitality ? an adventurous, creative culinary spirit
?    Excellent people management skills with at least 3 years of previous management experience
?    Must possess an effective balance in engaging staff while managing a unionized environment
?    Ability to work under pressure while maintaining harmony; conflict mitigation is essential 
?    Working knowledge and training on all Health & Safety and Sanitation policies
?    Experience with food and labour costing
?    Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request

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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.