Lead School Nutrition Chef & Kitchen Manager

Aramark

Easton (MD)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations and a culinary team for school district dining programs. You will focus on team development, culinary excellence, safety standards, and strong client relations while aligning with budget targets and company programs.

The role reports to the General Manager and involves hands-on leadership in menu development, production standardization, and staff training.

Qualifications

Requires 2-3 years of experience in a related position.
Requires 2-3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience.
Culinary degree preferred.
Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession.
Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems.
Requires oral, reading and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise/coordinate all related culinary activities.
Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food.
Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality.
Establish presentation technique and quality standards, and plan and price menus.
Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen.
Oversee special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrates culinary techniques.