Executive Chef: Culinary Team Leader & Operations

Aramark Correctional Services; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Correctional Services is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee chef managers and hourly culinary staff, developing and executing culinary solutions for our facilities. You will lead production, presentation, and service while maintaining food safety, quality, and cost targets.

You will mentor kitchen teams, drive menu execution, and collaborate with operations to meet client expectations and margins.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 4 years of culinary experience.
• At least 2 years in a management role preferred.
• Requires a culinary degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong understanding of food production, presentation, and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary production and ensure connection to execution standards.
• Lead chef managers and hourly staff to ensure quality in presentation of food.
• Train and manage kitchen staff in best practice production techniques.
• Develop and maintain client and guest rapport through daily interactions.
• Maintain food quality and safety and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Food safety

Menu planning

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Aramark Correctional Services is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee chef managers and hourly culinary staff, developing and executing culinary solutions for our facilities. You will lead production, presentation, and service while maintaining food safety, quality, and cost targets.

You will mentor kitchen teams, drive menu execution, and collaborate with operations to meet client expectations and margins.