Chef Manager - Warren Barr Gold Coast

Job DescriptionWe know that a Chef?s job isn?t only about the food. It takes skills, dedication, patience, and the right opportunities. We?re looking for Chef Manager who can help us deliver the best customer service and food experiences. Reporting to the Culinary Services Manager, you?ll take a hands-on approach in focusing on team development, culinary expertise, safety protocol, and client relations. Our Chef Manager will also play a key role in helping us meet budget requirements and execute company-delivered programs.   Aramark SeniorLIFE+ partners with senior living communities nationwide to deliver exceptional dining, hospitality, and support services that enrich the daily lives of residents.Our teams create welcoming environments where residents feel respected, supported, and connected. Through thoughtful service, quality culinary programs, and operational excellence, we help communities provide meaningful experiences that promote dignity, independence, and quality of life. Joining Aramark SeniorLIFE+ means becoming part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to service, hospitality, and operational excellence. The Chef Manager role will take on a broad range of responsibilities, including overseeing all foodservice operations with a strong emphasis on customer service, food quality, cost control, and regulatory compliance. The Chef Manager will manage everything from menu development and food production to staffing, scheduling, and training. They?ll also be responsible for maintaining rigorous sanitation, safety, and nutrition standards, ensuring full compliance with our company policies, OSHA requirements, and all relevant federal, state, and local regulations. Importantly, we want to make sure that our services are adaptable to meet the diverse needs of our resident populations, and this position will play a key role in that mission.Compensation DataCOMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $60,000.00  to $65,000.00. 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 applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity. Job ResponsibilitiesPatient Food Service OperationsManage daily patient food service operations in compliance with established standards and procedures.Conduct regular patient and departmental rounds to assess service quality and address opportunities for improvement.Promptly address patient and client feedback and make adjustments as necessaryLead and support patient service staff to ensure meals are accurately prepared, assembled, and delivered in a timely mannerMonitor, document, and enforce safety and sanitation compliance.Supervise tray line operations and/or room service programs to ensure quality, efficiency, and accuracy.LeadershipLeverage Aramark?s coaching model to engage, develop, and maximize team member performance.Recognize and reward employee contributions to build engagement and morale.Ensure individual and team performance consistently meets operational goals, service standards, and client expectations.Plan and lead daily team huddles to communicate priorities, reinforce standards, and drive accountability.Uphold safety and sanitation standards across all areas of operation.Client Relationship ManagementBuild and maintain strong client and customer relationships that support partnership and business objectives.Proactively identify client needs and communicate operational updates and performance outcomes.Deliver exceptional customer service aligned with Aramark?s standard service model.Continuous improvement of patient dining selection in partnership with expectation of the clientCompliance & SafetyMaintain a safe, healthy, and compliant environment for clients, customers, and employees.Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, regulations, and laws, including safety, health, wage, and hour requirementsEnsure team members are fully trained, competent, and equipped to execute their responsibilities.This is an on-site role with rotating weekendsAt 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 2 or more years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining setting, or full-service restaurant Requires 2 or more years of management experience, preferrably in a union settingCulinary degree preferred Must be ServSafe Manager certified or willing to obtain within 30 daysRequires 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 EducationAbout 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 connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Created: 2026-05-06