Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen, Develop Talent & Service

ARAMARK; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid days off including parental leave

Job summary

A leading food service company in Chicago seeks a Chef Manager to oversee kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food experiences. Responsibilities include training kitchen staff, managing food quality, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience and a culinary degree is preferred. This role offers considerable growth potential and a competitive salary range of $60,000 to $65,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a related position.
• Requires advanced knowledge of food profession principles and practices.
• Experiential knowledge of management of people and problems.

Responsibilities

• Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise culinary activities.
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food.
• Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality.
• Establish presentation techniques and plan menus.
• Ensure proper kitchen safety and sanitation.
• Oversee catering events and possibly offer culinary instruction.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Team management

Communication skills

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Post-high school education

Job description

A leading food service company in Chicago seeks a Chef Manager to oversee kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food experiences. Responsibilities include training kitchen staff, managing food quality, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience and a culinary degree is preferred. This role offers considerable growth potential and a competitive salary range of $60,000 to $65,000 annually.