Chef de Cuisine
Requisition #: 684557
Location: Purchase, NY, US
Career Area: Culinary
Information at a Glance
Job DescriptionLifeWorks is seeking an accomplished
Chef de Cuisine to take the helm of culinary operations at one of our premier locations. As the Chef de Cuisine, you will serve as the lead culinary professional, overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations while setting the standard for excellence, consistency, and innovation. From menu development and food quality to team leadership and operational execution, you will ensure every dish reflects the sophistication and high standards our clients expect. This role requires a hands-on leader who thrives in
large-scale, high-volume culinary environments and can effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
The ideal candidate brings a strong balance of creativity and discipline, with demonstrated experience driving culinary programs, developing talent, and maintaining exceptional standards for food safety, cost control, and customer satisfaction.
Compensation DataThe Salaried rate for this position is $80,000.00 to $90,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job 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
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
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
Education