Lead Chef Manager — Residential Dining

Aramark; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations and deliver exceptional food experiences. You will report to the General Manager and focus on team development, culinary expertise, safety protocols, and client relations while helping meet budgets and execute programs.

Join a team dedicated to growth and hands-on leadership in a fast-paced food service environment, with responsibilities spanning menu development, training, and catering oversight.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in a related position.
• 2–3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, kitchen operations and safety protocols.
• Proven leadership and people management abilities.
• Excellent oral, reading and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise related culinary activities.
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food.
• Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure quality.
• Establish presentation technique and quality standards, and plan and price menus.
• Ensure proper equipment operation and maintain kitchen safety and sanitation.
• Oversee special catering events and may offer culinary instruction or demonstrations.

Skills

People management

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

Education

2-3 years post-high school education or equivalent

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations and deliver exceptional food experiences. You will report to the General Manager and focus on team development, culinary expertise, safety protocols, and client relations while helping meet budgets and execute programs.

Join a team dedicated to growth and hands-on leadership in a fast-paced food service environment, with responsibilities spanning menu development, training, and catering oversight.