Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen Team & Culinary Growth

Aramark; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Rockford, IL is seeking a Chef Manager who takes a hands-on approach to team development, culinary expertise, safety, and client relations. Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food experiences.

This salaried role focuses on meeting budget targets, applying company programs, and delivering excellent service. If you are passionate about cooking, people management, and operational excellence, this is an opportunity to advance your

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

Leadership

Food safety

Communication

Team management

Menu planning

Cost control

Education

2-3 years post-high school education or equivalent

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Aramark in Rockford, IL is seeking a Chef Manager who takes a hands-on approach to team development, culinary expertise, safety, and client relations. Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food experiences.

This salaried role focuses on meeting budget targets, applying company programs, and delivering excellent service. If you are passionate about cooking, people management, and operational excellence, this is an opportunity to advance your