Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Relocation assistance
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
wellness programs
Job Description
Aramark Sports & Entertainment is a premier provider of food, facilities, and uniform services with a strong presence in the sports and entertainment industries. Serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries, Aramark has built a reputation for delivering exceptional culinary and hospitality experiences by combining innovative service solutions with sustainable practices. The company prides itself on fostering a culture of inclusion, opportunity, and professional development, making it an employer of choice for talented individuals seeking growth in their careers while making a positive impact on their communities. Aramark's commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity creates a welcoming environment where employees can thrive regardless of their background or identity.
Aramark Sports & Entertainment is currently seeking a visionary Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA. This high-volume, high-profile venue hosts world-class meetings, conventions, and special events, attracting thousands of guests each week. As Executive Chef, you will be responsible for developing and executing innovative culinary solutions that meet or exceed stringent production, presentation, and service standards. By applying advanced culinary techniques to menu planning, food preparation, and final presentation, you will set the tone for a memorable food and beverage experience that delights clients and guests alike.
The ideal candidate will inspire and manage a diverse culinary team, ensuring all operations maintain the highest levels of quality, safety, and efficiency. Your leadership will be integral in coaching employees, maintaining staff records, and fostering an environment that rewards excellence and encourages continuous improvement. Additionally, your ability to develop and sustain effective client and guest rapport will be crucial to building mutually beneficial business relationships that enhance the overall reputation of the Pennsylvania Convention Center's culinary services.
This position requires a strong focus on financial performance, including margin improvement, performance metrics analysis, and effective inventory and ordering procedures. Maintaining Aramark's standard food quality and safety policies is paramount, alongside full compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations and company operational policies. You will also oversee the proper operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment and ensure adherence to food safety standards established by Aramark SAFE and Quality Assurance initiatives.
Aramark offers relocation assistance for this role and a balanced approach to employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing. Employees have access to tools supporting not only physical health but also family care, financial wellness, and future planning. This role requires occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods, as well as availability to work event-based hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. If you are passionate about leading a high-performing culinary team within a dynamic environment and enjoy the challenge of delivering world-class food experiences at a major convention center, this is an exceptional opportunity to advance your culinary career with a global leader in food service management.
Aramark Sports & Entertainment is currently seeking a visionary Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA. This high-volume, high-profile venue hosts world-class meetings, conventions, and special events, attracting thousands of guests each week. As Executive Chef, you will be responsible for developing and executing innovative culinary solutions that meet or exceed stringent production, presentation, and service standards. By applying advanced culinary techniques to menu planning, food preparation, and final presentation, you will set the tone for a memorable food and beverage experience that delights clients and guests alike.
The ideal candidate will inspire and manage a diverse culinary team, ensuring all operations maintain the highest levels of quality, safety, and efficiency. Your leadership will be integral in coaching employees, maintaining staff records, and fostering an environment that rewards excellence and encourages continuous improvement. Additionally, your ability to develop and sustain effective client and guest rapport will be crucial to building mutually beneficial business relationships that enhance the overall reputation of the Pennsylvania Convention Center's culinary services.
This position requires a strong focus on financial performance, including margin improvement, performance metrics analysis, and effective inventory and ordering procedures. Maintaining Aramark's standard food quality and safety policies is paramount, alongside full compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations and company operational policies. You will also oversee the proper operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment and ensure adherence to food safety standards established by Aramark SAFE and Quality Assurance initiatives.
Aramark offers relocation assistance for this role and a balanced approach to employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing. Employees have access to tools supporting not only physical health but also family care, financial wellness, and future planning. This role requires occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods, as well as availability to work event-based hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. If you are passionate about leading a high-performing culinary team within a dynamic environment and enjoy the challenge of delivering world-class food experiences at a major convention center, this is an exceptional opportunity to advance your culinary career with a global leader in food service management.
Job Requirements
- Culinary degree preferred
- minimum 5-7 years of management experience in culinary
- experience in special events, hospitality, or catering
- advanced knowledge of food preparation principles
- excellent communication and organizational skills
- ability to work collaboratively in a team
- physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods
- availability to work flexible event hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Culinary degree preferred or at least 5-7 years of related experience in a management role required
- previous experience in special events, hospitality, or catering required
- requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession
- ability to maintain effective client and customer rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships required
- must have excellent communication and organizational skills
- must be comfortable working in a collaborative team dynamic
- requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs and ability to stand for extended periods of time
- must have availability to work event-based hours including evening, weekend, and potentially holiday hours
Job Duties
- Oversee the culinary team for daily culinary operations and special events of varied size at the convention center
- ensure proper culinary standards and techniques are in place for preparation of food items, including production, presentation, and service standards
- 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
- 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
- aggregate and communicate regional culinary and ingredient trends
- consistent focus on margin improvement
- understanding performance metrics, data, order, and inventory trends
- 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
- 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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