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Aramark

Executive Chef

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
Career development opportunities
Flexible Schedule

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food and facilities management, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. The company is deeply rooted in a mission of service and united by a purpose that drives them to make a significant impact for their employees, partners, communities, and the planet. Aramark emphasizes equal employment opportunity, ensuring every employee can participate fully and freely without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. With a culture that... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Culinary degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 4 years of culinary experience
  • Preferred 2 years of management experience
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Strong communication skills including oral, reading, and written
  • Knowledge of food safety and quality assurance standards
  • Ability to manage and coach a team effectively

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary degree or equivalent experience
  • At least 4 years of culinary experience
  • At least 2 years in a management role preferred
  • Advanced knowledge of food profession principles and practices
  • Experiential knowledge in people and problem management
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to simplify agenda for team
  • Strong oral, reading, and written communication skills

Job Duties

  • Ensure culinary production aligns with the Executional Framework
  • Ensure proper culinary standards and techniques for preparation, production, presentation, and service
  • Manage a culinary team including chef managers and hourly staff to ensure quality food presentation
  • Train and manage culinary and kitchen employees on best food production practices
  • Coach employees by creating shared understanding of objectives and methods
  • Reward and recognize employees
  • Plan and execute team meetings and daily huddles
  • Maintain all staff records including training, shift checklists, and performance data
  • Develop and maintain effective client and guest rapport
  • Interact directly with guests daily
  • Aggregate and communicate regional culinary and ingredient trends
  • Deliver food and labor targets
  • Focus on margin improvement through understanding performance metrics, data, order and inventory trends
  • Ensure efficient execution and delivery of culinary products in line with daily menu
  • Maintain integrity of standard food offerings with consistent quality and safety
  • Comply with Operational Excellence fundamentals including waste management and standardization
  • Manage supply chain and procurement processes ensuring authorized suppliers
  • Implement full knowledge of the Food Framework
  • Accurately estimate food consumption for requisitions and purchase
  • Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
  • Comply with food safety, occupational, environmental policies and all applicable regulations

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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