Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen Team & Menu Innovation

Aramark; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Parental leave

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, develop the team, and ensure culinary excellence and safety compliance. Reporting to the General Manager, you will drive menu development, cost controls, and client satisfaction while maintaining high standards across all culinary activities.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, program execution, and opportunities for growth within a large food services organization.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a related position
• Culinary degree preferred
• Advanced knowledge of food profession principles and practices
• Experience in managing people and solving problems
• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise related culinary activities
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food
• Develop and standardize recipes for consistent quality
• Set presentation techniques, standards, and price menus
• Ensure equipment operation and kitchen safety/sanitation
• Oversee catering events and possibly provide culinary instruction

Skills

Team management

Culinary expertise

Communication skills

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, develop the team, and ensure culinary excellence and safety compliance. Reporting to the General Manager, you will drive menu development, cost controls, and client satisfaction while maintaining high standards across all culinary activities.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, program execution, and opportunities for growth within a large food services organization.