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Position Purpose • Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director/Master Chef Culinary ... Safety, Food Safety Certification or equivalent. • Strong organizational skills. IV. Other ...

Strong command of Mexican and/or Latin cuisine, or a demonstrated ability to master a chef-driven ... Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification (or ServSafe), or the ability to obtain it ...

Sous Chef

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$63K - $65K/yr

Conduct training for Master Cooks, Cooks, Pantry Workers and Helpers on job responsibilities ... Associate's degree in an F&B and/or course certification from an accredited Culinary Institute ...

Sous Chef

Las Vegas, NV

$45K - $61K/yr

Conduct training for Master Cooks, Cooks, Pantry Workers and Helpers on job responsibilities ... Associate's degree in an F&B and/or course certification from an accredited Culinary Institute ...

Sous Chef, Boston

Boston, MA

$54K - $73K/yr

With a genuine love for cooking delicious food, you will work to master every DIG station by ... Food Safety Certification. * A desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences. * An eye ...

Sous Chef, Boston

Boston, MA · On-site

$54K - $73K/yr

With a genuine love for cooking delicious food, you will work to master every DIG station by ... Food Safety Certification. * A desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences. * An eye ...

Sous Chef, Boston

Boston, MA

$54K - $73K/yr

With a genuine love for cooking delicious food, you will work to master every DIG station by ... Food Safety Certification. * A desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences. * An eye ...

A master of high-volume, high-quality execution * A creative force ready to push boundaries and set ... ServSafe Certified preferred * Catering experience preferred * Team player with a "Go-Giver ...

A master of high-volume, high-quality execution * A creative force ready to push boundaries and set ... ServSafe Certified preferred * Catering experience preferred * Team player with a "Go-Giver ...

Sous Chef

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70K/yr

Update and maintain the master prep list, market prep list, and station prep lists. Recipe Books ... NYC Food Protection Certificate preferred (If not we will provide) * Experience with inventory ...

Sous Chef

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70K/yr

Update and maintain the master prep list, market prep list, and station prep lists. Recipe Books ... NYC Food Protection Certificate preferred (If not we will provide) * Experience with inventory ...

Sous Chef

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70K/yr

Update and maintain the master prep list, market prep list, and station prep lists. Recipe Books ... NYC Food Protection Certificate preferred (If not we will provide) * Experience with inventory ...

Sous Chef

Philadelphia, PA

$50K - $68K/yr

With a genuine love for cooking delicious food, you will work to master every DIG station by ... Food Safety Certification. * A desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences. * An eye ...

Sous Chef

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

With a genuine love for cooking delicious food, you will work to master every DIG station by ... Food Safety Certification. * A desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences. * An eye ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for certified master chef in the United States is $54.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.96 and $57.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Certified Master Chef?

A Certified Master Chef (CMC) is the highest and most prestigious level of culinary certification in the U.S., awarded by the American Culinary Federation (ACF). CMCs demonstrate exceptional skills in cooking techniques, food presentation, and kitchen management. Earning this title requires passing a rigorous eight-day exam that tests knowledge across multiple cuisines and disciplines. CMCs often work as executive chefs, culinary educators, or consultants, shaping the future of the industry.

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To thrive as a Certified Master Chef, you need advanced culinary expertise, extensive experience in food preparation and kitchen management, and usually a formal credential such as the Certified Master Chef (CMC) certification from the American Culinary Federation. Mastery of specialized culinary techniques, menu planning software, and compliance with food safety systems is essential. Leadership, creativity, and effective communication are key soft skills that distinguish top professionals in this role. These competencies ensure the consistent delivery of exceptional cuisine, efficient kitchen operations, and the ability to innovate in a demanding culinary environment.

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Certified Master Chefs often have access to a range of career advancement opportunities, including executive chef, culinary director, or corporate chef roles in high-end restaurants, hotels, resorts, or culinary institutions. With their prestigious certification, they may also pursue opportunities in culinary education, consulting, or food and beverage management. Many Certified Master Chefs leverage their expertise to develop signature restaurants, write cookbooks, or appear as guest speakers at industry events. Advancement is often driven by continued excellence, participation in industry competitions, and the ability to lead and innovate within the culinary field.

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To become a Certified Master Chef, candidates typically need to have extensive professional culinary experience, often over 10 years, and pass rigorous examinations that test advanced cooking skills, knowledge of culinary techniques, and kitchen management. Certification is usually awarded by recognized culinary organizations and may require completing specialized training programs or apprenticeships.

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Infographic showing various Certified Master Chef job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,999 per year, or $54.3 per hour.

Executive Sous Chef - Aventura Catering Phoenix Convention Center

Phoenix, AZ

Aramark
Hospitality Services • 10K+ employees

$80K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Aramark rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

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Job Description

The Executive Sous Chef, Aventura Catering at the Phoenix Convention Center, is a management position overseeing the culinary staff, responsible for developing and executing culinary solutions to meet customer needs and tastes.

  • Offers a wide variety of culinary solutions to meet customer and client needs and tastes.
  • Oversees and manages culinary operations to meet production, presentation, and service standards.
  • Applies culinary techniques to food preparation and manages the final presentation and service of food
  • Reports to the Executive Chef 

Calling all culinary innovators! Join Aramark, the largest U.S.-based food service provider and TIME magazine named Aramark to its America’s Best Companies list 2026. As part of our commitment to culinary excellence, we offer unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and recognition. Our chefs have the chance to participate in the prestigious ProChef certification program at The Culinary Institute of America, with nearly 300 Aramark chefs already certified. You could also showcase your skills in our exciting Aramark Culinary Excellence (ACE) competition, where top chefs battle it out preparing four-course menus for ACF Master Chefs.   

At Aramark, we value passion and dedication to craft, offering you the chance to create innovative menus across the United States. We believe our chefs are the driving force behind our culinary culture, shaping the way we inspire through food. With our focus on employee retention and development, you'll find opportunities to grow, advance, and make a lasting impact in the culinary world. Join us and feed your potential in a company that truly values its chefs! 

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000. 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. ​

Job Responsibilities
  • Ensures culinary production appropriately connects to the Executional Framework 
  • Ensures proper culinary standards and techniques are in place for preparation of food items, including production, presentation, and service standards 
  • Manages a culinary team, including chef managers and hourly staff, to ensure quality in final presentation of food 
  • Train and manage culinary and kitchen employees to use best practice food production techniques 
  • Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how it is to be achieved 
  • Reward and recognize employees 
  • Plan and execute team meetings and daily huddles 
  • Complete and maintain all staff records including training records, shift opening/closing checklists and performance data 
  • Develop and maintain effective client and guest rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships 
  • Interact directly with guests daily 
  • Aggregate and communicate regional culinary and ingredient trends 
  • Responsible for delivering food and labor targets 
  • Consistent focus on margin improvement; understanding performance metrics, data, order, and inventory trends 
  • Ensure efficient execution and delivery of all culinary products in line with the daily menu 
  • Maintain integrity of the standard Aramark food offer; responsible for always maintaining food quality and safety of items 
  • Full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals: managing waste, standard menus, recipes and ingredients through managing customer driven menus and labor standards 
  • Understand end to end supply chain and procurement process and systems, ensuring only authorized suppliers are used 
  • Full knowledge and implementation of the Food Framework 
  • Ensure accuracy of estimated food consumption for appropriate requisitions and/or food purchase 
  • Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance 
  • Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary and kitchen operations 
  • Comply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, wage and hour 

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
  • Requires at least 10 years of culinary experience 

  • At least 5 years in a management role preferred  

  • Requires a culinary degree or equivalent experience 

  • Requires the ability to work an event based schedule which will include evenings, weekends and holidays. 
  • Ability to multi-task 

  • Ability to simplify the agenda for the team 

  • Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. 

  • This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or problems.  

  • Requires oral, reading, and written communication skills 

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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.


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The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 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.

Industry

Hospitality services and facilities support services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Philadelphia, PA, US