Chef Manager: Lead Culinary Team & Menu Innovation

ARAMARK; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ARAMARK is seeking a Chef Manager in Columbia, SC, to lead kitchen operations, develop menus, and ensure quality while meeting safety standards. The role focuses on team development, culinary excellence, and strong client relations under budget guidance.

You will collaborate with the General Manager to deliver consistent food experiences and drive company programs, with growth opportunities across our operations.

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.

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

People management

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Culinary expertise

Education

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

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

ARAMARK is seeking a Chef Manager in Columbia, SC, to lead kitchen operations, develop menus, and ensure quality while meeting safety standards. The role focuses on team development, culinary excellence, and strong client relations under budget guidance.

You will collaborate with the General Manager to deliver consistent food experiences and drive company programs, with growth opportunities across our operations.