Chef de Cuisine - University of Nebraska Athletics

Lincoln, NE, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Range $58,300.00 - $79,700.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Career development programs

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. With a strong foundation rooted in service and a mission to positively impact communities, partners, employees, and the planet, Aramark offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment. The company focuses on fostering personal and professional growth, encouraging employees to develop their talents, fuel their passions, and embrace new challenges. Aramark values diversity and equal employment opportunity, ensuring all employees can contribute and grow without discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Within this vibrant organizational culture, the University of Nebraska location embodies a rich tradition of community and spirited support, hosting a variety of high-energy events, including the iconic sold-out Husker football games at Memorial Stadium, volleyball, and soccer matches. Employees are not just workers but active participants in cultivating an atmosphere full of pride, connection, and celebration. This is an environment where food service and hospitality play a critical role in enhancing the overall experience for guests and fans alike.

Serving as the Chef de Cuisine at Aramark's University of Nebraska location means taking on a pivotal leadership role that oversees all culinary operations. The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for supervising kitchen staff, ensuring that the food preparation and presentation meet the high standards expected at prestigious events. This role demands expertise in culinary arts, recipe development, menu planning, and food safety practices. Additionally, the Chef de Cuisine estimates food consumption, manages purchasing, and coordinates special catering events, often demonstrating culinary techniques and providing instruction to team members.

This leadership role emphasizes not only culinary excellence but also operational efficiency and team development. The Chef de Cuisine plays an integral part in maintaining a safe, sanitary, and well-maintained kitchen environment. This position requires a passion for food, strong management skills, and the ability to adapt to the fast-paced and ever-changing needs of a bustling sports and events venue. Working for Aramark offers a chance to grow professionally while contributing to memorable experiences that unite communities and celebrate traditions in Nebraska.

Job Requirements

At least 2-3 years in a related culinary position
2-3 years of post-high school education, preferably a culinary degree
advanced knowledge of food preparation principles and practices
experience managing people and resolving problems
effective 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

Trains and leads kitchen personnel
supervises and coordinates all related culinary activities
estimates food consumption and requisitions or purchases food
selects and develops recipes and standardizes production recipes to ensure consistent quality
establishes presentation technique and quality standards, and plans and prices menus
ensures proper equipment operation and 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