Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $78,000.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
work/life resources
Retirement Savings Plans
Paid parental leave
Disability Coverage
Job Description
LifeWorks Restaurant Group, an independently operated division of Aramark, is a premier provider of customized dining solutions that elevate client amenities through innovative culinary experiences. Dedicated to creating unforgettable and sensory dining moments, LifeWorks Restaurant Group focuses on fostering company culture by integrating exceptional food services with strategic space design and effective marketing. This commitment to excellence distinguishes LifeWorks as a leader in providing tailored, client-focused culinary solutions in the hospitality sector. The company’s approach is deeply collaborative, establishing transparency and trust from the onset of each partnership, ensuring that every culinary project reflects the client’s vision and goals.
As part of Aramark, a global leader serving millions daily across 15 countries, LifeWorks Restaurant Group benefits from a strong foundation rooted in service and community connection. Aramark’s mission emphasizes doing great things for employees, partners, communities, and the planet, with a culture of inclusivity and equal opportunity. Employees at Aramark, including those in LifeWorks, are supported through comprehensive benefits and a commitment to professional development, making it an attractive employer in the food service and hospitality industries.
The Executive Chef role at LifeWorks Restaurant Group is a critical leadership position that oversees all aspects of culinary operations including the management of chef managers and hourly culinary staff. The Executive Chef is responsible for designing, executing, and maintaining high-quality culinary solutions that satisfy diverse client needs and consumer tastes. This role demands a blend of creativity, management expertise, and operational excellence to deliver consistency in food production, presentation, and service.
Offering a salaried compensation ranging from $70,000 to $78,000, the Executive Chef will lead by example in applying advanced culinary techniques and ensuring adherence to rigorous food safety and quality standards. This role requires a proactive individual who can innovate menu offerings while maintaining cost efficiency and meeting labor and food targets. The Executive Chef is tasked with cultivating a motivated, skilled culinary team through coaching, training, and recognition programs. Additionally, the role involves active client and guest interaction, ensuring feedback is incorporated into continuous improvement of services and menu development.
The Executive Chef will play a strategic role in analyzing regional culinary trends and integrating them into program development, optimizing supply chain processes, and managing resources responsibly. This position also requires thorough knowledge of Aramark’s Operational Excellence fundamentals, including waste management, standardized menus, and recipe consistency, as well as compliance with occupational safety policies. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and suppliers is essential to align culinary offerings with corporate standards and client expectations.
Joining LifeWorks Restaurant Group as an Executive Chef offers a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking culinary team that is committed to innovation, quality, and cultural impact within the food service industry. This role is suited for experienced culinary leaders who are passionate about food, staff development, and delivering premium dining experiences that exceed client expectations. The position is open until filled, welcoming qualified candidates who aspire to grow their careers with a respected name in the industry and who are ready to contribute to the ongoing success of LifeWorks Restaurant Group and Aramark.
As part of Aramark, a global leader serving millions daily across 15 countries, LifeWorks Restaurant Group benefits from a strong foundation rooted in service and community connection. Aramark’s mission emphasizes doing great things for employees, partners, communities, and the planet, with a culture of inclusivity and equal opportunity. Employees at Aramark, including those in LifeWorks, are supported through comprehensive benefits and a commitment to professional development, making it an attractive employer in the food service and hospitality industries.
The Executive Chef role at LifeWorks Restaurant Group is a critical leadership position that oversees all aspects of culinary operations including the management of chef managers and hourly culinary staff. The Executive Chef is responsible for designing, executing, and maintaining high-quality culinary solutions that satisfy diverse client needs and consumer tastes. This role demands a blend of creativity, management expertise, and operational excellence to deliver consistency in food production, presentation, and service.
Offering a salaried compensation ranging from $70,000 to $78,000, the Executive Chef will lead by example in applying advanced culinary techniques and ensuring adherence to rigorous food safety and quality standards. This role requires a proactive individual who can innovate menu offerings while maintaining cost efficiency and meeting labor and food targets. The Executive Chef is tasked with cultivating a motivated, skilled culinary team through coaching, training, and recognition programs. Additionally, the role involves active client and guest interaction, ensuring feedback is incorporated into continuous improvement of services and menu development.
The Executive Chef will play a strategic role in analyzing regional culinary trends and integrating them into program development, optimizing supply chain processes, and managing resources responsibly. This position also requires thorough knowledge of Aramark’s Operational Excellence fundamentals, including waste management, standardized menus, and recipe consistency, as well as compliance with occupational safety policies. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and suppliers is essential to align culinary offerings with corporate standards and client expectations.
Joining LifeWorks Restaurant Group as an Executive Chef offers a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking culinary team that is committed to innovation, quality, and cultural impact within the food service industry. This role is suited for experienced culinary leaders who are passionate about food, staff development, and delivering premium dining experiences that exceed client expectations. The position is open until filled, welcoming qualified candidates who aspire to grow their careers with a respected name in the industry and who are ready to contribute to the ongoing success of LifeWorks Restaurant Group and Aramark.
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
- 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
- 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
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