Executive Chef: High-Volume Culinary Leader & Innovator

Aramark; Hereford (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Nexus is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a high-volume, multi-concept environment near Hereford, Texas, overseeing chef managers, sous chefs, and hourly teams. This is a senior leadership role demanding strategic direction and a hands-on approach to guest experience.

The ideal candidate brings proven experience managing multiple dining concepts, strong culinary skills, and a track record of building high-performing teams in large-scale operations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years progressively responsible culinary experience.
• 2+ years culinary management/leadership experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or equivalent training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide culinary leadership across multiple dining concepts and operations.
• Lead and develop a culinary organization including managers, chefs, and hourly staff.
• Establish and maintain culinary standards for food prep, production, presentation, and guest experience.
• Ensure consistent execution and quality across multiple kitchens and service environments.
• Develop and maintain menus, recipes, production standards, and culinary programs."
• Train and develop culinary leaders and hourly employees with consistent practices.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Strategic planning

Food safety

Menu development

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Aramark Nexus is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a high-volume, multi-concept environment near Hereford, Texas, overseeing chef managers, sous chefs, and hourly teams. This is a senior leadership role demanding strategic direction and a hands-on approach to guest experience.

The ideal candidate brings proven experience managing multiple dining concepts, strong culinary skills, and a track record of building high-performing teams in large-scale operations.