Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $78,000.00 - $90,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. Rooted in service and united by a clear purpose, Aramark strives to make a positive impact on individuals, communities, and the planet. The company emphasizes equal opportunity for all employees and fosters an inclusive environment where talents can be developed, passions nurtured, and professional growth empowered. At Aramark, careers are more than jobs—they are opportunities for new challenges, a sense of belonging, and a great place to work. With robust benefit programs and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Aramark supports its employees with resources such as medical, dental, vision, retirement savings plans like 401(k), paid time off including parental leave, and disability coverage.

The Executive Chef position at Aramark is a key management role focused on overseeing culinary operations and leading a team of chef managers and hourly culinary staff. This role requires the development and execution of innovative culinary solutions tailored to meet diverse customer preferences and operational standards. The Executive Chef is responsible for ensuring that all food preparation, presentation, and service comply with Aramark’s standards and frameworks, maintaining the highest quality and safety of food offerings. This includes managing the entire culinary production process, staff training, inventory control, and labor management to achieve optimal cost efficiency and margin improvement.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $78,000 to $90,000, reflecting Aramark’s commitment to attracting and retaining top culinary talent. In addition to salary, the role includes comprehensive benefits to support the well-being of employees.

Key responsibilities include managing culinary production in accordance with the Executional Framework, leading and coaching culinary teams, maintaining effective client and guest relationships, and applying food safety and quality assurance standards. The Executive Chef also ensures compliance with operational policies, health and safety regulations, and labor laws, contributing to Aramark's reputation for excellence and operational integrity. This position requires someone who can multitask effectively, simplify complex agendas for the team, and inspire employees through recognition and reward programs. The Executive Chef’s leadership ensures that Aramark consistently delivers exceptional food service experiences while meeting financial and operational goals.

Working at Aramark means joining a company dedicated to making a meaningful difference. The Executive Chef will be part of a dynamic environment that values learning, innovation, and teamwork, where employees are encouraged to grow their skills and achieve their full potential. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and leadership, this role offers an exciting opportunity to advance your career with a respected global company.

Job Requirements

  • Requires at least 4 years of culinary experience
  • At least 2 years in a management role preferred
  • Requires a culinary degree or equivalent experience
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to simplify the agenda for the team
  • Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
  • This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or problems
  • Requires oral, reading, and written communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Requires at least 4 years of culinary experience
  • At least 2 years in a management role preferred
  • Requires a culinary degree or equivalent experience
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to simplify the agenda for the team
  • Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
  • This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or problems
  • Requires oral, reading, and written communication skills

Job Duties

  • Ensures culinary production appropriately connects to the Executional Framework
  • Ensures proper culinary standards and techniques are in place for preparation of food items, including production, presentation, and service standards
  • Manages a culinary team, including chef managers and hourly staff, to ensure quality in final presentation of food
  • Train and manage culinary and kitchen employees to use best practice food production techniques
  • Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how it is to be achieved
  • Reward and recognize employees
  • Plan and execute team meetings and daily huddles
  • Complete and maintain all staff records including training records, shift opening/closing checklists and performance data
  • Develop and maintain effective client and guest rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
  • Interact directly with guests daily
  • Aggregate and communicate regional culinary and ingredient trends
  • Responsible for delivering food and labor targets
  • Consistent focus on margin improvement
  • understanding performance metrics, data, order, and inventory trends
  • Ensure efficient execution and delivery of all culinary products in line with the daily menu
  • Maintain integrity of the standard Aramark food offer
  • responsible for always maintaining food quality and safety of items
  • Full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals: managing waste, standard menus, recipes and ingredients through managing customer driven menus and labor standards
  • Understand end to end supply chain and procurement process and systems, ensuring only authorized suppliers are used
  • Full knowledge and implementation of the Food Framework
  • Ensure accuracy of estimated food consumption for appropriate requisitions and/or food purchase
  • Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
  • Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary and kitchen operations
  • Comply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, wage and hour

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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