Chef Manager

Aramark; Pearl (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations in Pearl, MS. You will supervise culinary staff, develop menus, and ensure safety standards while aligning with budget requirements. The role focuses on client relations and delivering high-quality food experiences.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in kitchen management, a culinary background, and strong communication skills. This hands-on leadership position emphasizes growth opportunities within the organization.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of related kitchen management experience.
• Post-high school education or equivalent experience.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of food profession principles and practices.
• Experience managing people and problems.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise all related culinary activities.
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food.
• Develop and standardize recipes for consistent quality.
• Establish presentation techniques, plan and price menus.
• Ensure equipment operation and proper safety and sanitation in kitchen.
• Oversee catering events and may demonstrate culinary techniques.

Skills

Kitchen management

Culinary expertise

Food safety

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

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 General Manager, 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.

Job Responsibilities

Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise/coordinate all related culinary activities

Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food

Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality

Establish presentation technique and quality standards, and plan and price menus

Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen

Oversee special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrates culinary techniques

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 2-3 years of experience in a related position

Requires 2-3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience

Culinary degree preferred

Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession

Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems

Requires oral, reading and written communication skills

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

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 .