Lead Chef de Cuisine — Culinary Leadership & Events

Aramark; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chef de Cuisine at Aramark leads culinary operations at the Seattle Convention Center. This role supervises kitchen staff, oversees menu development, and ensures quality and safety across all culinary activities in Seattle, WA.

The position requires 2-3 years in a related role, preferably a culinary degree, with standard certifications as required. Aramark emphasizes comprehensive benefits and career growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Requires 2-3 years in a related position.
• 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.
• Washington State Food Handlers, ServSafe Manager, and Alcohol Service Certifications as required.

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

Kitchen leadership

Menu planning

Staff training

Quality standards

Education

Culinary degree

Post-secondary education

Job description

The Chef de Cuisine at Aramark leads culinary operations at the Seattle Convention Center. This role supervises kitchen staff, oversees menu development, and ensures quality and safety across all culinary activities in Seattle, WA.

The position requires 2-3 years in a related role, preferably a culinary degree, with standard certifications as required. Aramark emphasizes comprehensive benefits and career growth in a dynamic environment.