District Executive Chef - Northeast

Aramark; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark seeks a District Executive Chef to lead culinary strategy and operations across a Northeast district, overseeing menu development, quality, and financial performance for stadiums, arenas, and events. The role requires residence in the Greater Philadelphia area with willingness to travel extensively within the district.

The position emphasizes talent development, cost controls, and adherence to food safety standards, partnering with GMs, the District Manager, and the Regional Executive

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, preferably in multi-unit or sports & entertainment environments.
• Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar F&B operations with strong cost controls.
• Expertise in menu development and standardized programs at scale.
• Strong business acumen with P&L accountability and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior culinary leadership across multiple properties, aligning with LOB initiatives.
• Drive menu innovation, new concepts, and top-line growth across concessions, catering, and events.
• Lead district-wide food and labor productivity initiatives and cost controls.
• Ensure consistent execution of food safety, HACCP, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Oversee culinary talent development, training, and performance management.
• Support major events and operational launches throughout the district.
• Partner with clients and stakeholders to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Culinary leadership

P&L management

Menu development

Food safety HACCP

Labor cost controls

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Job Description

Aramark Sports + Entertainment is seeking a District Executive Chef - Northeast District to lead culinary strategy, operations, and talent development across a multi-venue Sports & Entertainment district. This role oversees food quality, innovation, financial performance, and executional excellence across stadiums, arenas, and special event properties, while partnering closely with General Managers, the District Manager, and the Regional Executive Chef.

This role requires the selected candidate to reside within the Greater Philadelphia metropolitan area, Central New Jersey, or Northern New Jersey and be available for frequent travel to venues throughout the district, particularly within the Philadelphia market. Depending on the candidate's location and proximity to district venues, residency in other areas within the district may also be considered.

We take a balanced approach to benefits.

We designed our benefits to promote a culture of health and wellbeing. No one knows what you need better than you, so we provide you with the necessary tools to help you take care of your health, family, finances and future.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide senior culinary leadership across multiple properties, ensuring alignment with Line of Business (LOB) initiatives.
• Drive menu innovation, new concept development, and top-line growth across concessions, premium, catering, and special events.
• Lead district-wide food and labor productivity initiatives, cost controls, and P&L performance.
• Ensure consistent execution of food safety, HACCP, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Oversee culinary talent development, training, succession planning, and performance management.
• Support major events, high-profile activations, and operational launches throughout the district.
• Partner with clients and internal stakeholders to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, preferably in Sports & Entertainment or multi-unit foodservice operations.
• Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar F&B operations with strong food and labor cost controls.
• Expertise in menu development, standardized programs, and operational execution at scale.
• Strong financial, analytical, and leadership skills with prior P&L accountability.
• Culinary degree preferred; HACCP and union experience strongly preferred.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.