Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Guest Experience

Aramark Correctional Services; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Aramark Correctional Services in Irvine, CA invites an Executive Chef to lead chef managers and hourly culinary staff. You will develop and execute culinary solutions to meet client tastes, overseeing production, presentation, and service to ensure quality and food safety.

You will manage a kitchen team, train staff, and maintain records, while partnering with clients to deliver exceptional dining experiences aligned with Aramark's standards and operational excellence.

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 lead a team.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a culinary team including chef managers and hourly staff.
• Ensure production, presentation, and service meet standards.
• Coach staff and drive consistency in food quality and safety.
• Plan meetings, train staff, and maintain records.
• Manage client rapport and daily guest interactions.
• Monitor food costs, labor targets, and inventory trends.

Skills

Culinary experience

Management experience

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Aramark Correctional Services in Irvine, CA invites an Executive Chef to lead chef managers and hourly culinary staff. You will develop and execute culinary solutions to meet client tastes, overseeing production, presentation, and service to ensure quality and food safety.

You will manage a kitchen team, train staff, and maintain records, while partnering with clients to deliver exceptional dining experiences aligned with Aramark's standards and operational excellence.