Catering Chef - Bradley University

Aramark; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager with a catering, banquet, and event background to lead culinary operations for university events in Peoria, IL. You will report to the Catering Director and drive client satisfaction, cost control, and team development.

The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and strong client relations with opportunities for growth within Aramark’s campuses. Competitive benefits and a supportive culture are highlighted.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in catering, banquet, event, hospitality, hotel, conference center, country club or other large-scale food service experience.
• Previous experience managing culinary teams in a catering or banquet environment is preferred.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Experience executing events from small gatherings to large scale functions.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including days, evenings, weekends, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations for catering events ranging from small coffee services to large plated events.
• Train, coach, and supervise culinary team members.
• Select and develop recipes, standardize production, estimate food costs, and oversee inventory.
• Manage multiple events simultaneously, around $2 million annually.
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food.
• Participate in client tastings, menu consultations, and ensure exceptional food presentation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards per Aramark and regulations.
• Support other campus operations including residential dining and retail as needed.

Skills

Catering leadership

Banquets

Event execution

Team development

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Title: Catering Chef - Bradley University

Location: Peoria, IL, US

Information at a Glance

Job Description

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager with a background in catering, banquets, and event execution. Reporting to the Catering Director, this role combines culinary leadership with team development, safety and sanitation, and client relations. You will play a key role in helping us meet budget requirements and deliver exceptional experiences for our clients and their guests.

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.

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $55,000.00 to $63,000.00 . If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations for all catering events including small coffee services, continental breakfasts, small lunches, up to large plated events for the University and our community.
• Train , coach, and superviser culinary team members
• Select and develop recipes, standardize production to ensure consistency and quality, estimate food costs, and oversee inventory
• Manage multiple events simultaneously; around $2 million annually
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food
• Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
• Participate in client tastings, menu consultations, and ensure exceptional food presentation
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace saftey standards in accordance with Aramark standards, local, state, and federal guidelines
• Support other operations around campus as needed including residential dining, retail, and more

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

• 2+ years of experience in catering, banquet, event, hospitality, hotel, conference center, country club, or other large scale food service experience
• Previous experience managing culinary teams in a catering or banquet environment is preferred
• Culinary degree preferred
• Experience executing events from small gatherings to large scale functions
• Ability to work flexible schedules including days, evenings, weekends, as needed

Education

About Aramark

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Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing -a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work -our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .