Chef Manager

Indianapolis, IN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. The company is committed to delivering exceptional service through dedicated employees who uphold its core mission of doing great things for each other, partners, communities, and the planet. Rooted in service and united by purpose, Aramark fosters a workplace culture where career development, passion, and professional growth are prioritized. Employees at Aramark enjoy equal employment opportunities and an inclusive work environment, free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, disability, or other protected characteristics. With a strong global presence and diverse operations, Aramark aims to empower its workforce to reach their full potential while delivering unparalleled customer satisfaction.

The Chef Manager role at Aramark is essential in bridging culinary expertise with leadership to create outstanding food experiences while ensuring top-notch customer service. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Chef Manager takes a hands-on approach to team development, kitchen operations, and maintaining safety standards. This position requires a passionate and dedicated culinary professional who can effectively train and manage kitchen personnel, coordinate all culinary activities, and oversee meal production that meets both quality and budgetary goals. The Chef Manager is entrusted with selecting and developing recipes, standardizing production procedures, and establishing presentation and quality standards to guarantee consistency across all food offerings.

Beyond the kitchen, this role involves strategic planning in menu pricing, requisitioning food supplies, and managing special catering events, which may also include providing culinary instruction and demonstrating cooking techniques. Emphasizing safety, the Chef Manager ensures proper maintenance and operation of kitchen equipment and enforces sanitation protocols to maintain a safe working environment. Aramark encourages continuous skill development and adaptability in this role; job duties can evolve to meet the company’s commitments and operational needs. Passion for culinary excellence, leadership, and innovation are crucial for success in this dynamic and rewarding position.

Job Requirements

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 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 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 demonstrates culinary techniques