Catering Chef Manager - Campus Events

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

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.