Head Chef: Creative Lead for High-Volume Kitchens

ARAMARK; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Parental leave

Job summary

LifeWorks Restaurant Group, part of Aramark, is seeking a hands-on Chef de Cuisine to lead culinary operations at a premier location in San Jose. You will manage menu development, food quality, and a high-volume kitchen, balancing creativity with operational excellence.

The role requires 2–3 years in a related position, culinary training, and strong leadership and communication skills. Join a team focused on thoughtful, chef-led dining and exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Must have 2–3 years in a related position.
• Must have at least 2–3 years of post-high school education, preferably a culinary degree.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession.
• Experiential knowledge of managing people and/or solving problems.
• Strong 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 standardizes production recipes to ensure consistent quality.
• Establishes presentation technique and quality standards, and plans and prices menus.
• Ensures proper equipment operation/maintenance and safety/sanitation in the kitchen.
• Oversees special catering events and may mentor others in culinary techniques.

Skills

People management

Culinary knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Culinary degree

Post-high school education

Job description

LifeWorks Restaurant Group, part of Aramark, is seeking a hands-on Chef de Cuisine to lead culinary operations at a premier location in San Jose. You will manage menu development, food quality, and a high-volume kitchen, balancing creativity with operational excellence.

The role requires 2–3 years in a related position, culinary training, and strong leadership and communication skills. Join a team focused on thoughtful, chef-led dining and exceptional guest experiences.