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Culinary Development Director

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
Travel reimbursement

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services and facilities management, proudly serving millions of guests across 15 countries every day. Rooted deeply in service and driven by a strong purpose, Aramark is committed to doing great things for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company fosters an inclusive work environment that values diversity and equal employment opportunities, ensuring that every employee feels valued and empowered. Aramark's mission is to create seamless, high-quality experiences that enhance the lives of those it serves, drawing on a long-standing legacy of excellence and innovation in its service offerings.

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Job Requirements

  • At least 10 years of relevant culinary experience
  • 3-5 years in a culinary management role
  • Culinary education or equivalent practical experience
  • Willingness to travel extensively up to 70 percent
  • Strong leadership and team development capabilities
  • Proficient understanding of HACCP and Tri-Service Food Code
  • Ability to conduct audits and implement quality assurance processes
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to compliance with military and company policies

Job Qualifications

  • Requires at least 10 years experience and 3-5 years in a management role
  • Culinary background required
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Willingness to travel up to 70 percent of the time
  • Leadership and mentoring skills
  • Strong communication and planning abilities
  • Knowledge of food safety and military culinary standards

Job Duties

  • Ensure procurement compliance, vendor adherence, SKU standardization, and cost control across the Food 2.0 portfolio
  • Reduce noncompliant spend while improving product utilization and operational efficiency
  • Lead and develop Executive Chefs across multiple bases, driving consistent culinary and operational excellence
  • Oversee training standards including HACCP, knife skills, Tri-Service Food Code alignment, and menu execution
  • Ensure compliance with AFMAN 48-147, Tri-Service Food Code, Aramark food safety policies, and installation requirements
  • Conduct field audits, operational reviews, and performance assessments to validate readiness and quality
  • Lead corrective action planning, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Support growth and new business opportunities within the USAF, USSF, and other military feeding environments as a culinary subject matter expert
  • Design and implement culinary programs aligned with Food 2.0 objectives, customer preferences, and installation needs
  • Drive consistency in food quality, production, presentation, and service across all DFAC operations
  • Represent Salute Hospitality at USAF/USSF culinary, operational, and industry events while monitoring trends and innovations
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop current and future culinary leaders, building a strong talent pipeline across the enterprise

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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