Chef Manager - Warren Barr Gold Coast

Oak Park, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $60,000.00 - $65,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark SeniorLIFE+ is a dedicated division of Aramark, focused on partnering with senior living communities across the United States to provide exceptional dining, hospitality, and support services. Aramark is a global leader in food and facilities management, serving millions of guests daily in 15 countries. With a legacy rooted in service and commitment to its mission, Aramark emphasizes creating environments of respect, dignity, and independence for its clients and residents. The SeniorLIFE+ program is especially tailored to enrich the lives of seniors by offering thoughtful service, quality culinary experiences, and operational excellence that support overall well-being and community engagement. The organization values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, making it a rewarding workplace for professionals dedicated to making a positive impact in senior care communities.

The Chef Manager position at Aramark SeniorLIFE+ is a vital leadership role within the culinary services team, reporting directly to the Culinary Services Manager. This role is designed for a skilled culinary professional with strong management abilities who will focus on delivering outstanding customer service and food experiences. The Chef Manager will oversee all foodservice operations within resident communities, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. This position requires a hands-on leader who can develop and coach staff, manage budgets, and implement company programs effectively to meet organizational goals.

With a salary range between $60,000 and $65,000, this role offers competitive compensation alongside comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off. The Chef Manager will contribute significantly to menu development, food production, staffing, scheduling, and training to guarantee residents receive meals that are timely, nutritious, and delicious. Maintaining rigorous sanitation and safety standards aligned with OSHA and federal regulations is also a critical responsibility.

In addition to managing day-to-day kitchen operations, the Chef Manager will build strong relationships with residents and clients to ensure feedback is addressed and services continually improved. Leadership duties include fostering a motivated team culture through coaching, recognition, and engagement. The ideal candidate will have extensive culinary management experience, preferably in contract foodservice or fine dining settings, along with knowledge of union environments, making them well-equipped to handle both operational and people management challenges. Aramark SeniorLIFE+ is committed to providing a workplace that values equal opportunity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds to join their mission-driven team.

Job Requirements

Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
2 or more years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining setting, or full-service restaurant
2 or more years of management experience, preferably in a union setting
ServSafe Manager certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days
Ability to comply with all safety and sanitation regulations
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to manage budgets and staffing effectively

Job Qualifications

Requires 2 or more years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining setting, or full-service restaurant
Requires 2 or more years of management experience, preferably in a union setting
Culinary degree preferred
Must be ServSafe Manager certified or willing to obtain within 30 days
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

Manage daily resident food service operations in compliance with established standards and procedures
Conduct regular resident and departmental rounds to assess service quality and address opportunities for improvement
Promptly address resident and client feedback and adjust as necessary
Lead and support resident service staff to ensure meals are accurately prepared, assembled, and delivered in a timely manner
Monitor, document, and enforce safety and sanitation compliance
Supervise tray line operations and/or room service programs to ensure quality, efficiency, and accuracy
Maintain a safe, healthy, and compliant environment for clients, customers, and employees
Ensure strict compliance with all applicable policies, regulations, and laws, including safety, health, wage, and hour requirements
Ensure team members are fully trained, competent, and equipped to execute their responsibilities
Ensure individual and team performance consistently meets operational goals, service standards, and client expectations
Plan and lead daily team huddles to communicate priorities, reinforce standards, and drive accountability
Leverage Aramark's coaching model to engage, develop, and maximize team member performance
Recognize and reward employee contributions to build engagement and morale
Build and maintain strong client and resident relationships that support partnership and business objectives
Proactively identify client needs and communicate operational updates and performance outcomes
Deliver exceptional customer service aligned with Aramark's standard service model
Ongoing enhancement of resident dining options in alignment with client expectations