Chef Manager: Culinary Lead, Menu & Team Development

Aramark; Durham (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, develop culinary programs, and supervise staff while meeting budget and safety standards. Reporting to the General Manager, the role emphasizes team development, client relations, and adherence to company programs.

The Chef Manager will drive culinary excellence, ensure consistent quality, and participate in special catering events, with room for growth within our spread of services.

Qualifications

• Requires oral, reading and written communication skills
• Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession

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 and standardize production to ensure quality
• Establish presentation technique and quality standards, and plan and price menus
• Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensure safety and sanitation in kitchen
• Oversee special catering events and may demonstrate culinary techniques

Skills

People management

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

Operational oversight

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, develop culinary programs, and supervise staff while meeting budget and safety standards. Reporting to the General Manager, the role emphasizes team development, client relations, and adherence to company programs.

The Chef Manager will drive culinary excellence, ensure consistent quality, and participate in special catering events, with room for growth within our spread of services.