Culinary Lead & Kitchen Operations Manager

Aramark; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead culinary operations, develop teams, and uphold safety and quality standards. Reporting to the General Manager, you will manage budgets and implement company programs while delivering exceptional food experiences.

You will focus on mentorship, culinary excellence, client relations, and maintaining compliance with safety and sanitation protocols. This role offers growth opportunities within a global food service leader.

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.
• 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

Advanced knowledge of food

People management

Communication skills

Education

Post-high school education or equivalent

Culinary degree

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead culinary operations, develop teams, and uphold safety and quality standards. Reporting to the General Manager, you will manage budgets and implement company programs while delivering exceptional food experiences.

You will focus on mentorship, culinary excellence, client relations, and maintaining compliance with safety and sanitation protocols. This role offers growth opportunities within a global food service leader.