Chef Manager — Growth‑Driven Kitchen Leader

ARAMARK; Farmville (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

ARAMARK seeks a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, coach culinary staff, and manage client relations. The role emphasizes safety, budget adherence, and program execution under the General Manager’s supervision.

Reporting to leadership, you will develop recipes, standardize production, and oversee catering events to deliver high-quality food experiences while upholding Aramark standards and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related work experience.
• 2-3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations.
• Excellent communication skills.

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.

Skills

Team management

Culinary knowledge

Safety protocol

Client relations

Communication skills

Education

Post-high school education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

ARAMARK seeks a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, coach culinary staff, and manage client relations. The role emphasizes safety, budget adherence, and program execution under the General Manager’s supervision.

Reporting to leadership, you will develop recipes, standardize production, and oversee catering events to deliver high-quality food experiences while upholding Aramark standards and client satisfaction.