Chef Manager – Business Dining (Cafeteria & Grill)
We’re looking for a hands on Chef Manager to lead a small but mighty cafeteria and grill operation at a corproate Head Office. This role is perfect for a chef who loves being on the line, takes pride in great food made with consistency, and enjoys building strong relationships with a regular customer base.

You’ll oversee day to day culinary operations, ensuring the café runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently. This is a role where your leadership shows up in the food, the service, and the experience you create for guests every day.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations for a small cafeteria and grill, ensuring high quality, fresh, consistent food
• Work hands on in food preparation, cooking, and service—this is an apron on role
• Manage and schedule a team of one, providing coaching, support, and clear direction
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and health standards, ensuring compliance with all policies and regulations
• Plan menus, daily features, and grill offerings that suit a corporate office environment
• Monitor inventory, place orders, and manage cost controls to meet budget targets
• Complete weekly/monthly inventories, production records, and administrative tasks
• Deliver excellent customer service and build rapport with office staff and visitors
• Support small catering requests and occasional special events
• Champion a safe, positive, and efficient workplace

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

• 2–3 years of experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, or Chef Manager
• Experience in small team or single unit operations (corporate café, grill, or similar)
• Strong culinary skills with the ability to work independently and maintain consistency
• Excellent communication skills and a customer first mindset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Hospitality diploma or equivalent experience (preferred)

Ideal Candidate

• Thrives in a hands on, fast paced, small team environment
• Enjoys building relationships with a regular customer base
• Balances creativity with consistency and operational discipline
• Takes pride in clean, organized, efficient kitchen operations
• Brings a calm, positive presence to the kitchen

Education

About Aramark

What We Offer You

• Time to Recharge: Three weeks of paid vacation for all new salaried hires, plus 3 personal/flex days dedicated to your mental health and well-being.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (No Waiting Period!): From day one, enjoy coverage for dental, prescriptions, vision, massage therapy, and more—because your health matters.
• Future Security: A Self-Directed Pension Plan where every dollar you contribute is matched with two by Aramark—helping you grow your retirement savings faster.
• Well-Being Support: Access Aramark’s Employee Assistance Program for confidential resources and support for you and your family whenever you need it.
• Inclusive Community: Be part of our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where we celebrate diversity, build connections, and support one another.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on everyday products and services to make life more affordable.
• Continuous Learning: Benefit from Educational Assistance to support your growth, plus scholarships for your children entering post-secondary studies.
• Career Growth: Clear career path planning and development opportunities tailored to your skills and aspirations.
• Safe & Supportive Workplace: We are deeply committed to providing a safe, healthy, and positive work environment for all.

At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection, and careers all around the world.

You'll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you'll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.