Chef de Cuisine - Brandeis University

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $87,000.00 - $93,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement savings plan
Paid parental leave
Disability Coverage
work/life resources

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniforms, dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to clients and guests across various industries including education, healthcare, sports and leisure, and business. Known for its commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability, Aramark seeks to create workplace environments that not only foster growth and development but also prioritize employee well-being and community engagement. The company's approach integrates cutting-edge culinary techniques with operational excellence, making it a respected employer in the food service industry.

The position at hand is a critical culinary leadership role within Aramark's Harvest Table Culinary Group, which emphasizes sustainable and responsibly sourced food offerings tailored to meet guest preferences and dietary requirements. This role is designed for a culinary professional who will manage and lead a culinary brigade, ensuring that food production, presentation, and service meet the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. Reporting to the Executive Chef and/or Hospitality Director, the successful candidate will contribute to operational excellence through the development and execution of innovative culinary solutions aligned with client and company needs.

Employees in this role will enjoy a salary range between $87,000 and $93,000 annually, reflecting Aramark's commitment to competitive compensation. The role also offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings plans such as 401(k), paid parental leave, and disability coverage, among other work/life resources. These benefits vary depending on location and eligibility, underscoring Aramark's dedication to supporting its workforce in multiple dimensions.

Duties include managing culinary performance and attendance, coaching team members on culinary excellence, ensuring menu compliance with corporate standards, controlling inventory and food costs, and maintaining rigorous food safety and quality guidelines. The role requires a hands-on leader who is passionate about food trends, innovation, and customer service, capable of fostering a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning and professional development.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the culinary experience delivered by Aramark, combining creativity with sound business acumen. The organization values diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair and supportive workplace for all employees. Candidates with a background in executive culinary management, a passion for food innovation, and knowledge of food safety protocols will find this role rewarding and challenging, with opportunities for career progression within a dynamic global company.

Job Requirements

  • Degree from an accredited culinary institute preferred but not required
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 4-7 years executive-level culinary management experience required
  • Minimum 2-3 years culinary management experience in a multi-unit setting required
  • ServSafe Certification
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation
  • Ability to communicate with a wide range of individuals
  • Passion for food trends and innovation

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to communicate with a wide range of individuals and ensure full comprehension of the topic, risk, or liability level
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation, food products, and food service equipment
  • Degree from an accredited culinary institute preferred but not required
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 4-7 years executive-level culinary management experience required
  • Minimum 2-3 years culinary management experience in a multi-unit setting required
  • ServSafe Certification
  • Passion for food trends, flavors, innovation, and recipe development

Job Duties

  • Manages the performance, attendance, customer service, appearance, and conduct of the culinary brigade
  • Focuses on culinary excellence, innovation, and experience relative to the food program in support of operational excellence
  • Coaches employees by establishing a shared understanding of what needs to be achieved and how it is to be accomplished
  • Ensures food offerings align with the Harvest Table Culinary Group's Core Pillars and Menu Commitments
  • Implements and monitors menu and inventory management systems including ensuring cost control and mitigation of loss prevention, completion of weekly inventory audits, and maintenance of appropriate inventory levels
  • Is a leader in ensuring excellent quality and presentation of all food to all guests by offering sustainable, responsibly-sourced, and nutritionally-balanced options
  • Develops and implements relevant training to increase the knowledge and capability of culinary staff
  • Assists in the development and management of annual operational budget including estimation and management of food and labor cost goals

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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