Chef Manager - Manufacturing Operations

Aramark; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health benefits

Pension plan

Career growth

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager for our manufacturing operations in Cambridge, ON. You will report to the Executive Chef and lead hands-on culinary teams, focusing on development, safety, and client relations to meet program requirements.

The role emphasizes budget stewardship, program execution, and delivering high-quality food experiences for a large onsite population. This is a Monday–Friday day shift with occasional events.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years culinary experience.
• Experiential knowledge in people management and problem-solving.
• Culinary diploma or degree preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with client, staff and management.
• Ability to manage food and labour costs with basic business understanding.
• Advanced knowledge of food profession principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary operations serving up to 4,200 customers per day.
• Oversee special catering events and provide culinary instruction or demonstrations as needed.
• Train and manage up to 25 kitchen staff; coordinate culinary activities.
• Place orders, inventory, schedule staff, and source from vendors.
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food.
• Develop and standardize recipes to ensure consistent quality.
• Ensure equipment operation, safety, and sanitation in kitchen.

Skills

Culinary experience

Leadership

Budget management

Communication

Education

Culinary diploma

Job description

Title: Chef Manager - Manufacturing Operations

Requisition #: 689511

Location: Cambridge, ON, CA

Career Area: Professional & Management

Information at a Glance

Job Description

Aramark is recruiting a Chef Manager for our culinary operations at a large manufacturing facility in Cambridge, ON. This is primarily a Monday - Friday day shift with the occasional weekend or evening requirement for caterings or special events.

We know that a Chef's job isn't only about the food. It takes skills, dedication, patience, and the right opportunities. We're looking for Chef Manager who can help us deliver the best customer service and food experiences. Reporting to the Executive Chef, you'll take a hands-on approach in focusing on team development, culinary expertise, safety protocol, and client relations. Our Chef Manager will also play a key role in helping us meet budget requirements and execute company-delivered programs.

Just like you, we're passionate about everything we do, and we'll make sure you have the right growth opportunities to reach the peak of your career.

Every day, we're finding new ways to positively impact your industry. Our portfolio of brands was specifically developed to address the needs of your guests and your organization. Aramark's services focus on enhancing productivity, creating an engaging environment, and promoting healthy living.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary operations that serves up to 4,200 customers and guests per day
• Oversee special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrates culinary techniques
• Train and manage up to 25 kitchen personnel coordinate culinary activities
• Place orders, conduct inventory, schedule staff and source from various vendors
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food
• Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
• Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 5 years culinary experience
• Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and or problems
• Culinary diploma or degree is preferred
• Effective communication and well-developed interpersonal skills are required to establish and maintain positive working relationships with the client, customers, staff and management
• Ability to manage food and labour costs and have a basic understanding of business
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession

What We Offer You

• Time to Recharge: Three weeks of paid vacation for all new salaried hires, plus 3 personal/flex days dedicated to your mental health and well-being.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (No Waiting Period!): From day one, enjoy coverage for dental, prescriptions, vision, massage therapy, and more - because your health matters.
• Future Security: A Self-Directed Pension Plan where every dollar you contribute is matched with two by Aramark - helping you grow your retirement savings faster.
• Well-Being Support: Access Aramark's Employee Assistance Program for confidential resources and support for you and your family whenever you need it.
• Inclusive Community: Be part of our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where we celebrate diversity, build connections, and support one another.
• Continuous Learning: Benefit from Educational Assistance to support your growth, plus scholarships for your children entering post-secondary studies.
• Career Growth: Clear career path planning and development opportunities tailored to your skills and aspirations.
• Safe & Supportive Workplace: We are deeply committed to providing a safe, healthy, and positive work environment for all.

Education

Trade School

About Aramark

At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world.

You'll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you'll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

The pay range for this position is $60,000.00 - $65,000.00.

Accommodation Statement

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.