Chef de Cuisine

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, operating in 15 countries and serving millions of guests daily. Rooted in service and driven by a clear sense of purpose, Aramark prides itself on creating exceptional experiences for its clients and their communities through dedicated partnerships and innovation. The company values diversity and inclusion, offering equal employment opportunities across all demographics and fostering an environment where every employee can thrive and grow professionally. Aramark’s Workplace Experience Group, specifically The Portfolio Group, is focused on delivering seamless experiences for businesses, from casual breakroom settings to formal boardroom environments. This group excels in tailoring a comprehensive suite of services that cater to the unique needs of various business portfolios, emphasizing convenience, consistency, and excellence.

The role of Chef de Cuisine at Aramark is a pivotal culinary leadership position responsible for overseeing all culinary operations within a designated location. This role demands a professional who is both a skilled culinary expert and an effective leader, ensuring the delivery of high-quality food experiences consistently. The Chef de Cuisine leads and trains kitchen personnel, supervises culinary activities, and manages the entire food preparation process from estimating consumption and food requisition to menu planning and pricing. This includes developing and standardizing recipes to maintain exceptional quality and presentation standards. The position also requires ensuring that all kitchen equipment is operated and maintained properly and that safety and sanitation protocols are strictly followed, adhering to regulatory standards and company policies.

In addition to daily operational responsibilities, the Chef de Cuisine may oversee special catering events, providing an elevated culinary experience that meets client expectations. This role may also involve culinary instruction or demonstration of cooking techniques, sharing expertise with team members or clients to promote culinary knowledge and innovation. As a dynamic and evolving role within Aramark, the Chef de Cuisine is expected to adapt to changing job duties to support the company’s commitment to service excellence. This position offers the opportunity to develop new skills, face new challenges, and make a positive impact on both the team and customers. A background in culinary arts, combined with leadership experience, is crucial to succeed in this role. The Chef de Cuisine plays a key role in embodying Aramark’s mission to serve with purpose and contribute meaningfully to the communities it touches.

Job Requirements

  • At least 2-3 years in a related position
  • At least 2-3 years of post-high school education, preferably a culinary degree
  • Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
  • Experiential knowledge of management of people and or problems
  • Verbal, reading, and written communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Requires at least 2-3 years in a related position
  • Requires at least 2-3 years of post-high school education, preferably a culinary degree
  • Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
  • Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems
  • Requires verbal, reading, and written communication skills

Job Duties

  • The Chef de Cuisine is the lead culinary person responsible for supervising all culinary operations for a location
  • Supervises/coordinates all related culinary activities
  • Estimates food consumption and requisition or purchase food
  • Selects and develops recipes and standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
  • Establishes presentation technique and quality standards, and plans and prices menus
  • Ensures proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensures proper safety and sanitation in the kitchen
  • Oversees special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrate culinary techniques

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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