Culinary Manager: Lead Kitchens, Menus & Service

Aramark; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to deliver exceptional food experiences and customer service. Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll lead hands-on kitchen operations, drive team development, ensure safety protocols, and manage client relationships while supporting budget and program execution.

You will help Aramark meet commitments by adapting duties as needed, developing culinary talent, and elevating food quality across events and daily service.

Qualifications

• 3-5 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 staff and supervise culinary activities.
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food.
• Select and develop recipes and standardize production recipes for quality.
• Establish presentation technique, quality standards, and price menus.
• Ensure proper equipment operation and safety/sanitation in kitchen.
• Oversee catering events and may demonstrate culinary techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication skills

Education

Culinary degree

Post-high school education

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to deliver exceptional food experiences and customer service. Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll lead hands-on kitchen operations, drive team development, ensure safety protocols, and manage client relationships while supporting budget and program execution.

You will help Aramark meet commitments by adapting duties as needed, developing culinary talent, and elevating food quality across events and daily service.