Executive Chef & Culinary Leader

Aramark Corporation; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef de Cuisine for Western New England University to lead all culinary operations on site. The role trains and directs kitchen staff, oversees menu planning and production, and ensures safety and quality across culinary activities.

The position requires 2-3 years in related roles and a culinary education background, with strong leadership and communication skills. Benefits and career growth opportunities are provided by Aramark.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in a related position.
• 2-3 years post-high school education, preferably a culinary degree.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession.
• Experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems.
• Verbal, reading, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Trains and leads kitchen personnel.
• Supervises/coordinates all related culinary activities.
• Estimates food consumption and requisition or purchase food.
• Selects and develops recipes and standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality.
• Establishes presentation technique and quality standards, and plans and prices menus.
• Ensures proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensures proper safety and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Oversees special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrate culinary techniques.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Chef de Cuisine for Western New England University to lead all culinary operations on site. The role trains and directs kitchen staff, oversees menu planning and production, and ensures safety and quality across culinary activities.

The position requires 2-3 years in related roles and a culinary education background, with strong leadership and communication skills. Benefits and career growth opportunities are provided by Aramark.