Chef Manager Float - RWJBH North

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement savings plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food, facilities, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Located in the Northern New Jersey region, Aramark is dedicated to providing excellent customer experiences through quality food services and exceptional customer care. With a strong mission rooted in service and a commitment to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, Aramark fosters an environment where employees can grow their talents and pursue professional development opportunities. The company emphasizes equal employment and non-discrimination, ensuring every employee enjoys a respectful and supportive workplace. Aramark’s extensive network and resources allow it to offer comprehensive benefits and career paths to its workforce, making it an attractive employer in the hospitality industry.

We are currently seeking a Float Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. This role is not just about preparing food; it demands skills, dedication, patience, and the right mindset to elevate the customer dining experience. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Float Chef will act as a hands-on Chef Manager, focusing on leading kitchen personnel, refining culinary operations, overseeing safety protocols, and enhancing client relationships. This role requires a versatile professional who can manage varying tasks—from recipe development to budget compliance—all while traveling frequently (more than 50% of the time) within the Northern New Jersey region.

The Float Chef position offers an hourly compensation estimated between $70,000 and $80,000 annually, reflecting the importance of this leadership role within the culinary team. The successful candidate will be involved in every stage of kitchen operations including training team members, managing food inventory, standardizing recipe quality, and ensuring that safety and sanitation standards are met rigorously. The role offers the chance to engage in catering events and culinary instruction, providing opportunities to demonstrate advanced techniques and contribute to continuous improvement within the kitchen.

At Aramark, the work environment is fast-paced and rewards those who are passionate about growth and excellence. Employees are supported through comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, retirement savings plans such as 401(k), paid time off, parental leave, and disability coverage. The company culture focuses on teamwork, development, and making a positive impact on the community and the planet. By joining Aramark as a Float Chef, you will be part of an organization dedicated to quality, innovation, and inclusivity. This position does not have a predetermined application closing date and will remain open until the right candidate is found. Aramark is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, embracing diversity and inclusion at every level of the company.

Job Requirements

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

Job Qualifications

  • 2-3 years of experience in a related position
  • 2-3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience
  • Culinary degree preferred
  • Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
  • Experiential knowledge of management of people and or problems
  • 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 and maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen
  • Oversee special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and or demonstrates culinary techniques
  • Travel more than 50% of the time

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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