Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen, Train Team, Elevate Service

Aramark Corporation

Chapel Hill (NC)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager in the United States to lead kitchen teams, develop recipes, manage budgets, and uphold safety standards across culinary operations. Reporting to the General Manager, you will mentor staff, plan menus, and ensure quality, cost control, and client satisfaction in a hands-on role.

The role emphasizes skilled supervision, menu pricing, and kitchen safety, with opportunities for growth and professional development within Aramark.

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.
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.