Executive Chef

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.LifeWorks Restaurant Group crafts thoughtful, chef-led dining and hospitality experiences designed around the people and places we serve. From the first conversation, our teams work as true partners with our clients, shaping everything from the design of a space to the way the experience comes to life. We craft thoughtful, elevated experiences that leave people more inspired, more connected, and genuinely cared for. LifeWorks Restaurant Group is part of Aramark's Workplace Experience Group. Learn more at lifeworksrestaurantgroup.com. Imagination Well Served. #LifeWorksRestaurantGroup Home - LifeWorks Restaurant GroupCompensation DataCOMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $100,000.00 to $110,000.00. 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.BENEFITS: 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 & CompensationThere 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 ResponsibilitiesEnsures culinary production appropriately connects to the Executional FrameworkEnsures proper culinary standards and techniques are in place for preparation of food items, including production, presentation, and service standardsManages a culinary team, including chef managers and hourly staff, to ensure quality in final presentation of foodTrain and manage culinary and kitchen employees to use best practice food production techniquesCoach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how it is to be achievedReward and recognize employeesPlan and execute team meetings and daily huddlesComplete and maintain all staff records including training records, shift opening/closing checklists and performance dataDevelop and maintain effective client and guest rapport for mutually beneficial business relationshipsInteract directly with guests dailyAggregate and communicate regional culinary and ingredient trendsResponsible for delivering food and labor targetsConsistent focus on margin improvement; understanding performance metrics, data, order, and inventory trendsEnsure efficient execution and delivery of all culinary products in line with the daily menuMaintain integrity of the standard Aramark food offer; responsible for always maintaining food quality and safety of itemsFull compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals: managing waste, standard menus, recipes and ingredients through managing customer driven menus and labor standardsUnderstand end to end supply chain and procurement process and systems, ensuring only authorized suppliers are usedFull knowledge and implementation of the Food FrameworkEnsure accuracy of estimated food consumption for appropriate requisitions and/or food purchaseEnsure proper equipment operation and maintenanceEnsure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary and kitchen operationsComply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, wage and hourAt 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.  QualificationsRequires at least 4 years of culinary experienceAt least 2 years in a management role preferred Requires a culinary degree or equivalent experienceAbility to multi-taskAbility to simplify the agenda for the teamRequires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession.This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or problems. Requires oral, reading, and written communication skillsEducationAbout AramarkOur MissionRooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law. About AramarkThe people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing -a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us onFacebook,InstagramandTwitter.