Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $66,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food and facilities services, serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted in a culture of service and driven by a strong sense of purpose, Aramark aims to create positive impacts for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. With a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, Aramark ensures equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a dynamic and innovative company in the foodservice industry, Aramark is dedicated to developing talent, fueling passion, and empowering professional growth among its workforce. The company's mission is actively reflected in its commitment to providing enabling opportunities and a supportive environment that fosters career advancement and skill development. Employees at Aramark benefit from comprehensive training, diverse challenges, and a culture that values each individual's contribution to the larger purpose.

We are currently seeking a Chef Manager to join our team, a role pivotal to maintaining the highest culinary standards and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Chef Manager will embrace a hands-on leadership approach with a focus on team development, culinary expertise, safety compliance, and client relationship management. This position is ideal for someone passionate about the culinary arts who is eager to lead a kitchen team toward excellence while effectively managing operational budgets and quality standards.

The Chef Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations, training and managing culinary staff, selecting and developing recipes, and ensuring consistent food quality and presentation. This role also involves responsibility for enforcing strict safety and sanitation standards, maintaining kitchen equipment, and potentially leading special catering events or culinary demonstrations. This position is designed for a meticulous and innovative culinary professional who can balance creative food preparation with administrative and operational duties.

Offering a competitive salary range of $66,000 to $75,000, Aramark provides this role with excellent career growth potential, comprehensive benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings plans such as 401(k), and paid time off options like parental leave and disability coverage. The benefits package is designed to support the well-being and work-life balance of our employees, enhancing the overall employment experience.

Joining Aramark means becoming part of a team that values your skills, invests in your professional journey, and shares a collective goal of delivering extraordinary food and service. If you are a dedicated culinary professional seeking a challenging yet rewarding chef managerial role with opportunities to grow and lead, Aramark is the perfect place to advance your career.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 2-3 years of experience in culinary management
  • Completion of 2-3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience
  • Culinary degree preferred but not required
  • Strong knowledge of food preparation principles and kitchen management
  • Proven ability to manage and lead kitchen staff effectively
  • Excellent communication skills in oral, reading, and written forms
  • Ability to maintain high safety and sanitation standards

Job Qualifications

  • Requires 2-3 years of experience in a related position
  • Requires 2-3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience
  • Culinary degree preferred
  • Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
  • Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems
  • Requires oral, reading and written communication skills

Job Duties

  • Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise or coordinate all related culinary activities
  • Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food
  • Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
  • Establish presentation technique and quality standards, and plan and price menus
  • Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen
  • Oversee 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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