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Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities, and uniform services serving millions of guests daily in 15 countries around the world. Rooted deeply in a culture of service and united by a shared purpose, Aramark dedicates itself to doing great things for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company prioritizes the development of individual talents, fueling passions, and fostering professional growth, ensuring that every employee has equal opportunity and the freedom to thrive in all aspects of their career. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Aramark provides an environment free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, and other protected characteristics, making it a welcoming and dynamic workplace for individuals from all backgrounds. The Executive Chef position at Aramark is a critical leadership role within their culinary operations. This management role oversees chef managers as well as hourly culinary staff, with the primary responsibility of developing and executing culinary solutions that meet diverse customer needs and tastes. The Executive Chef ensures culinary operations are efficient, high-quality, and aligned with Aramark's Executional Framework. This role demands a strong focus on culinary excellence, including managing food preparation, production, presentation, and service standards. The Executive Chef leads the culinary team through effective training, coaching, and motivation to deliver consistent quality and operational excellence. They are also responsible for maintaining relationships with clients and guests to foster mutually beneficial business outcomes. This position not only requires hands-on culinary expertise but also demands strong leadership skills to mentor and reward staff, manage equipment, and ensure compliance with food safety, occupational, and environmental standards. An essential aspect of the role includes managing operational metrics such as food and labor costs for margin improvement, observing performance metrics, and optimizing inventory and order trends. The Executive Chef collaborates closely with procurement processes to ensure compliance with authorized suppliers and maintains the integrity of the Aramark food offerings by strictly adhering to company recipes, menus, and standards. Beyond managing daily kitchen operations, the Executive Chef at Aramark is an ambassador of innovation, responsible for staying abreast of culinary and ingredient trends to keep the menu offerings fresh and appealing. With a clear focus on Operational Excellence fundamentals, the role continually promotes waste management, standardization, and customer-driven menus, driving sustainable and effective kitchen operations. This position is essential to delivering a seamless and enjoyable dining experience for guests while fostering an engaging and positive work environment for culinary staff. Joining Aramark offers a unique opportunity for culinary professionals seeking a role that combines creativity, leadership, and strategic management in a fast-paced, globally recognized organization. The company values individuals who are ready to embrace new challenges and contribute to a team-oriented culture that champions innovation, diversity, and continuous improvement. Aramark supports its employees with career development tools, training resources, and a vibrant community of professionals to help reach their full potential.

• 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 advanced knowledge of principles and practices within the food profession
• Includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and problems
• Requires oral, reading, and written communication skills