Culinary Team Leader & Menu Architect

Aramark Correctional Services; Shalimar (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead culinary operations, develop team skills, and ensure safe, high-quality food service for clients. You will report to the General Manager and actively manage budgets, programs, and client relations while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

The role emphasizes hands-on kitchen leadership, recipe development, and adherence to safety protocols, with opportunities for growth within Aramark’s nationwide operations.

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.

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

Education

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

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead culinary operations, develop team skills, and ensure safe, high-quality food service for clients. You will report to the General Manager and actively manage budgets, programs, and client relations while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

The role emphasizes hands-on kitchen leadership, recipe development, and adherence to safety protocols, with opportunities for growth within Aramark’s nationwide operations.