AeroCareers Job Posting: Executive Chef - $80000 to $100000 per YEAR at Aramark. This is a Full-Time role in Jersey City, NJ, USA, NJ. Salary: $80,000 - $100,000.

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Executive Chef - $80000 to $100000 per YEAR

Posted on October 24, 2025

Jersey City, NJ, USA, NJ Full-Time $80,000 - $100,000
Aramark is a global leader in food and facilities management, proudly serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. As a company rooted in service and united by purpose, Aramark is dedicated to making a positive impact for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company operates in various sectors including education, healthcare, business, and sports and entertainment, providing innovative culinary and facilities services tailored to diverse client needs. Aramark's commitment to equal employment opportunity ensures an inclusive and supportive work environment where every employee can thrive regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability, or any other protected status. With a strong focus on talent development, passion fueling, and professional growth, Aramark offers its workforce opportunities to reach their full potential through various career paths and skill-building initiatives. Comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement savings plans like 401(k), paid parental leave, and disability coverage emphasize their commitment to employees' well-being and work-life balance. The Executive Chef role at Aramark is a critical management position responsible for overseeing culinary operations and the team of chef managers and hourly culinary staff. This role is focused on developing and executing culinary solutions that satisfy customer tastes and client requirements, ensuring high standards in food production, presentation, and service. The Executive Chef applies advanced culinary techniques to guarantee food quality and safety, while managing final food presentation and delivery. Key responsibilities include ensuring adherence to culinary standards and the Executional Framework, coaching and training kitchen employees in best practices, maintaining staff records, and fostering a constructive team environment through recognition and effective communication. This position demands a deep understanding of operational excellence fundamentals, including waste management, menu standardization, recipe consistency, and labor standards. The Executive Chef is accountable for meeting food and labor cost targets, monitoring performance metrics, order trends, and inventory control to maximize efficiency and margin improvement. They also ensure compliance with Aramark's SAFE food policies, occupational safety, and health regulations. Interaction with guests is a regular part of the role, aimed at building positive client relationships and capturing culinary trends regionally to keep offerings fresh and appealing. The Executive Chef is expected to fully understand the supply chain and procurement system, ensuring authorized suppliers are used, proper requisitions are made, and equipment is maintained effectively. This position offers a salary range between $80,000 and $100,000, reflecting the expertise and responsibility required. At Aramark, the role comes with the potential for career growth within a supportive and dynamic corporate culture. The company values adaptability, teamwork, and a drive to continuously improve culinary operations alongside Aramark's mission to serve customers excellently and sustainably.
  • 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
  • Ability to simplify the agenda for the team
  • Requires oral, reading, and written communication skills