Chef Manager

American Dining Creations is a division of American Food & Vending and stands as one of the largest privately held hospitality service partners in the United States. Specializing in corporate and education dining, the company prides itself on combining national program strength with the flexibility and innovation of an industry leader. With a workforce of over 2,000 employees and service extended to hundreds of thousands daily across the country, American Dining Creations delivers comprehensive dining solutions that elevate the guest experience. Their offerings include full café dining with a commitment to the Fresh Difference culinary philosophy, mobile ordering systems, catering services, event management, and a grab-and-go program known as My Fresh Market. The company focuses on true partnership, customization, and round-the-clock support to ensure client satisfaction and top-tier service standards.

The role of Chef Manager at American Dining Creations, based in East Syracuse, NY, is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing all culinary and service operations for a designated account location. This position acts as the representative of the company to both clients and customers, ensuring that every aspect of dining service runs smoothly and aligns with the company's high standards. The Chef Manager is entrusted with managing daily meal service as well as catering events, adapting menus based on current food trends, cost considerations, patron preferences, and seasonal availability. This hands-on role requires purchasing food, beverage, and supplies from approved corporate vendors, maintaining accurate temperature and production logs to comply with local food safety regulations, and completing detailed reports for district management.

In addition to managing the operational side of dining services, the Chef Manager is responsible for workforce management including scheduling and labor optimization, interacting directly with clients, guests, and vendors daily to foster positive relationships and high satisfaction levels. The role may also involve supporting special events such as new account openings and requires a flexible approach to meet the dynamic needs of the business. American Dining Creations emphasizes employee development and offers competitive benefits, including weekly pay, 401K with company match, employee assistance programs, comprehensive health plans, ongoing training, and incentive programs. The position demands a candidate capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and standing or moving throughout the workday. A valid driver's license is also required due to the operational nature of the position. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a passion for culinary excellence and management, looking to grow within a nationally recognized hospitality service leader.