Culinary Operations Manager

Aramark Correctional Services; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager who can help deliver exceptional customer service and food experiences. You will take a hands-on approach, focusing on team development, culinary excellence, safety protocols, and strong client relations.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will help meet budget requirements and execute company-delivered programs, with growth opportunities available as you lead kitchen operations and training.

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 food principles and practices.
• Experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems.

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

Team management

Culinary expertise

Safety protocol

Client relations

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager who can help deliver exceptional customer service and food experiences. You will take a hands-on approach, focusing on team development, culinary excellence, safety protocols, and strong client relations.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will help meet budget requirements and execute company-delivered programs, with growth opportunities available as you lead kitchen operations and training.