Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen, Menu & Team Growth

Aramark; Ypsilanti, Northern (MI, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager in Ypsilanti, MI to lead culinary operations, develop teams, enforce safety protocols, and manage client relations. Reporting to the General Manager, you will take a hands-on approach to drive food quality, cost controls, and service excellence.

You will train kitchen staff, develop standardized recipes, and oversee menus and catering events, contributing to Aramark’s commitment to great guest experiences and operational success.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a related position.
• 2-3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession.
• 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 and 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

Leadership

Team management

Culinary expertise

Client relations

Safety protocol

Education

Culinary degree

Post-high school education

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager in Ypsilanti, MI to lead culinary operations, develop teams, enforce safety protocols, and manage client relations. Reporting to the General Manager, you will take a hands-on approach to drive food quality, cost controls, and service excellence.

You will train kitchen staff, develop standardized recipes, and oversee menus and catering events, contributing to Aramark’s commitment to great guest experiences and operational success.