Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
flexible schedule
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, devoted to enriching and nourishing customers' experiences. Operating in 15 countries, Aramark serves millions of guests daily with a dedication to quality, service, and sustainability. Founded on strong ethical values, Aramark emphasizes inclusivity and equal opportunity in employment, ensuring that every employee can thrive professionally regardless of race, color, religion, or any other protected characteristic. The company’s mission is deeply rooted in service and a unified purpose to positively impact employees, partners, communities, and the planet. Aramark fosters a culture where careers can develop talents, fuel passions, and empower professional growth, offering a supportive environment ideal for those seeking new challenges and a sense of belonging.
The Executive Chef role at Aramark is a pivotal management position within the culinary operations. This position is responsible for overseeing chef managers and hourly culinary staff, developing and implementing culinary solutions that align with customer needs and tastes. The Executive Chef plays a critical role in ensuring culinary production adheres rigorously to the company’s Executional Framework, maintaining high standards of food production, presentation, and service quality. Leadership and team management are core components of this role, requiring the ability to train, coach, and motivate a diverse culinary team to deliver consistent and exceptional food experiences.
An Executive Chef at Aramark not only guides culinary operations but also manages all aspects relevant to food safety, quality assurance, and compliance with company protocols, including labor management and cost control. The role demands a strong understanding of supply chain and procurement systems, ensuring that all ingredients and materials comply with company standards and authorized suppliers. The Executive Chef is accountable for the financial performance of the culinary team, focusing on margin improvements and efficient resource management.
This role is dynamic and requires direct interaction with guests and team members, fostering positive relationships and encouraging a collaborative and inclusive working environment. The Executive Chef must stay current with regional culinary and ingredient trends, incorporating these insights to continually refresh and enhance menus and offerings. Compliance with safety, health, and operational policies is paramount, alongside a commitment to waste reduction and sustainability, reflecting Aramark’s core values.
Working at Aramark means joining a company that values professional development and adaptation. The Executive Chef position embodies the company’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and employee engagement. This career opportunity is ideal for culinary professionals with extensive experience looking to grow in a leadership capacity within a renowned global enterprise dedicated to making a meaningful difference.
The Executive Chef role at Aramark is a pivotal management position within the culinary operations. This position is responsible for overseeing chef managers and hourly culinary staff, developing and implementing culinary solutions that align with customer needs and tastes. The Executive Chef plays a critical role in ensuring culinary production adheres rigorously to the company’s Executional Framework, maintaining high standards of food production, presentation, and service quality. Leadership and team management are core components of this role, requiring the ability to train, coach, and motivate a diverse culinary team to deliver consistent and exceptional food experiences.
An Executive Chef at Aramark not only guides culinary operations but also manages all aspects relevant to food safety, quality assurance, and compliance with company protocols, including labor management and cost control. The role demands a strong understanding of supply chain and procurement systems, ensuring that all ingredients and materials comply with company standards and authorized suppliers. The Executive Chef is accountable for the financial performance of the culinary team, focusing on margin improvements and efficient resource management.
This role is dynamic and requires direct interaction with guests and team members, fostering positive relationships and encouraging a collaborative and inclusive working environment. The Executive Chef must stay current with regional culinary and ingredient trends, incorporating these insights to continually refresh and enhance menus and offerings. Compliance with safety, health, and operational policies is paramount, alongside a commitment to waste reduction and sustainability, reflecting Aramark’s core values.
Working at Aramark means joining a company that values professional development and adaptation. The Executive Chef position embodies the company’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and employee engagement. This career opportunity is ideal for culinary professionals with extensive experience looking to grow in a leadership capacity within a renowned global enterprise dedicated to making a meaningful difference.
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
- 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
- includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or problems
- requires oral, reading, and written communication skills
Job Duties
- Ensure culinary production appropriately connects to the Executional Framework
- ensure proper culinary standards and techniques are in place for preparation of food items including production, presentation, and service standards
- manage 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
- be responsible for delivering food and labor targets
- maintain consistent focus on margin improvement
- ensure efficient execution and delivery of all culinary products in line with the daily menu
- maintain integrity of the standard Aramark food offer by maintaining food quality and safety of items
- ensure 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
- ensure 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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