Operational Support Chef

Job Description 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 . Imagination Well Served. #LifeWorksRestaurantGroup The Chef de Cuisine is the creative force and operational leader behind our kitchen, setting the tone for exceptional culinary experiences. The Chef de Cuisine will support culinary leadership by training and filling in for a site's culinary operations. This will include menu development, food production, and safety compliance. The primary focus is to maintain high-quality standards, manage culinary teams, and collaborate with other departments to deliver exceptiional culinary experiences to guests. This position requires travel across the San Francisco Bay Area. Compensation Data COMPENSATION: The 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. 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 & 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 Create visually stunning and artistic food presentations that align with the operation’s style and brand Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items and seasonal offerings Ensure all cold food preparations are executed with precision, paying close attention to flavor, texture, temperature, and presentation Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures. Handle, store, and rotate food products properly to minimize waste and maintain freshness. Keep the grill area clean, organized, and sanitized Maintain a clean and organized work area, including refrigeration units, to meet food safety and sanitation standards Follow recipes and portion control guidelines to maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and cost Assist in the receiving, storage, and rotation of cold food ingredients to minimize waste and ensure freshness Stay up to date with industry trends, new techniques, and ingredients to continually enhance the station Train and mentor junior culinary team members on cold food preparation techniques, plating aesthetics, and sanitation practices Collaborate with other kitchen departments to ensure smooth operations during service and timely food delivery This job profile does not contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Job duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications Requires 2-3 years of experience in a related position Requires 2-3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession Proficiency in managing budgets, controlling costs, and optimizing resources Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems About Aramark Our Mission Rooted 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 Aramark The 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 on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .