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Culinary Development Chef

Camden, NJ, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Job Description

Aramark Sports & Entertainment is a leading provider of food services and hospitality solutions, specializing in enhancing the fan experience at various entertainment venues around the globe. Operating in 15 countries, Aramark delivers exceptional culinary and facility services to millions of guests daily. Guided by a mission rooted in service and united by a commitment to its partners, communities, employees, and the planet, Aramark stands as a global leader dedicated to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. The company is focused on creating inclusive and respectful work environments where every employee is given equal opportunity to thrive, regardless of race, color,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Culinary degree required
  • minimum 5 years progressive culinary experience
  • strong presentation, written and verbal communication skills
  • experience in menu and recipe development
  • knowledge of food industry trends
  • strong interpersonal skills
  • ability to work independently and in a team
  • computer literate
  • travel availability 50 percent

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary degree required with advanced work in Culinary Arts
  • bachelor’s degree preferred
  • minimum 5 years progressive culinary experience post degree completion
  • excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills
  • experience with new concept, menu and recipe development, food presentation and creative skills that result in the achievement of business objectives
  • national chain restaurant R&D experiences a plus
  • culinary vision and a passion for food
  • knowledge of food and industry trends current and future
  • strong interpersonal and motivational skills
  • strong attention to detail and ability to envision the implementation tools needed to successfully execute a recipe, concept or brand at the unit level
  • perseverance and ability to drive complicated projects to a successful conclusion
  • ability to deal with ambiguity and effectively cope with change
  • functions independently with minimum supervision within a solid team environment and has a collaborative spirit
  • draws on insights, trends, data and diverse resources to make high quality decisions
  • ability to motivate and influence others who have no direct reporting relationship
  • computer skills including Microsoft Office, Food Production Management systems, and recipe database
  • must be able to travel 50 percent

Job Duties

  • Executing the culinary innovation process
  • development of insight driven trend and flavor profiles relevant to channel, quality tier and brand resulting in recipes inclusive of ingredient, flavor, cost and nutritional guidelines
  • ensure that all recipe development follows specified process and delivers accurate yield and cost, and nutritional alignment
  • managing, developing and executing all deliverables specified in the culinary scope document on time and on budget
  • ensuring close coordination and collaboration with Global Supply Chain and Procurement, product development, and field operations during all stages of development
  • leveraging strategic, third-party relationships, i.e., manufacturers, consultants, trade councils, commissions and boards to enable thought leadership and innovative development
  • engaging with development chefs driving ingredient and recipe integration of all initiatives
  • assist with menu development and RFP preparation for all new and retention bids
  • lead BOH operations during formal RFP and client presentations
  • organize, secure, and prepare all food, smallwares, equipment and personnel required for execution of tastings
  • assist with project transition team following successful award of new business
  • assist in leading daily onsite culinary production, food quality and presentation
  • assist in direction of menu development based on product availability and incorporates local and seasonal ingredients
  • provide guidance and direction to onsite team including performance standards and provide feedback to Culinary Leadership
  • implement, support, and monitor core S&E brand initiatives
  • support kitchen organization and staff development
  • ensure Culinary Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs) are followed and provide training as needed
  • act as the culinary innovation subject matter expert to advise and consult operations teams
  • partner with leadership and functional team operators to implement culinary processes and products

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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