Chef Manager
$60K - $70K/yr
We're looking for Chef Manager who can help us deliver the best customer service and food experiences. Reporting to the General Manager, you'll take a hands-on approach in focusing on team ...
$60K - $70K/yr
We're looking for Chef Manager who can help us deliver the best customer service and food experiences. Reporting to the General Manager, you'll take a hands-on approach in focusing on team ...
$60K - $70K/yr
We're looking for Chef Manager who can help us deliver the best customer service and food experiences. Reporting to the General Manager, you'll take a hands-on approach in focusing on team ...
The Traveling Chef Manager position includes the following but is not limited to: * Traveling to different locations and providing necessary culinary and managerial support. * Leading staff with ...
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The Traveling Chef Manager position includes the following but is not limited to: * Traveling to different locations and providing necessary culinary and managerial support. * Leading staff with ...
Hinsdale, IL · On-site
The Traveling Chef Manager position includes the following but is not limited to: * Traveling to different locations and providing necessary culinary and managerial support. * Leading staff with ...
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Hinsdale, IL · On-site
The Traveling Chef Manager position includes the following but is not limited to: * Traveling to different locations and providing necessary culinary and managerial support. * Leading staff with ...
Palatine, IL · On-site
Role Overview Sodexo is looking for a Chef Manager to join our team at Harper College , in Palatine, Illinois. This manager will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of the retail and catering ...
Palatine, IL · On-site
Role Overview Sodexo is looking for a Chef Manager to join our team at Harper College , in Palatine, Illinois. This manager will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of the retail and catering ...
Palatine, IL · On-site
$53K - $69K/yr
Role Overview Sodexo is looking for a Chef Manager to join our team at Harper College , in Palatine, Illinois. This manager will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of the retail and catering ...
Palatine, IL · On-site
$53K - $69K/yr
Role Overview Sodexo is looking for a Chef Manager to join our team at Harper College , in Palatine, Illinois. This manager will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of the retail and catering ...
Role Overview Sodexo is looking for a Chef Manager to join our team at Harper College , in Palatine, Illinois. This manager will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of the retail and catering ...
Role Overview Sodexo is looking for a Chef Manager to join our team at Harper College , in Palatine, Illinois. This manager will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of the retail and catering ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$78K - $80K/yr
Job Summary The Chef Manager at the Obama Presidential Center is a hands-on culinary leader responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations while delivering an exceptional dining experience that ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$78K - $80K/yr
Job Summary The Chef Manager at the Obama Presidential Center is a hands-on culinary leader responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations while delivering an exceptional dining experience that ...
$75K - $80K/yr
CHEF MANAGER - OAK BROOK, IL Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities.
$75K - $80K/yr
CHEF MANAGER - OAK BROOK, IL Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities.
$75K - $80K/yr
CHEF MANAGER - OAK BROOK, IL Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities.
$75K - $80K/yr
CHEF MANAGER - OAK BROOK, IL Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities.
Oak Brook, IL · On-site
$75K - $80K/yr
CHEF MANAGER - OAK BROOK, IL Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities.
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Oak Brook, IL · On-site
$75K - $80K/yr
CHEF MANAGER - OAK BROOK, IL Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities.
The Traveling Chef Manager position includes the following but is not limited to: Traveling to different locations and providing necessary culinary and managerial support. Leading staff with proper ...
Quick apply
The Traveling Chef Manager position includes the following but is not limited to: Traveling to different locations and providing necessary culinary and managerial support. Leading staff with proper ...
The Traveling Chef Manager position includes the following but is not limited to: * Traveling to different locations and providing necessary culinary and managerial support. * Leading staff with ...
Quick apply
The Traveling Chef Manager position includes the following but is not limited to: * Traveling to different locations and providing necessary culinary and managerial support. * Leading staff with ...
As the GM/Chef Manager, you will oversee daily operations, guide culinary production, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients, guests, and team members. You'll balance bigpicture ...
As the GM/Chef Manager, you will oversee daily operations, guide culinary production, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients, guests, and team members. You'll balance bigpicture ...
Northfield, IL · On-site
$56K - $72K/yr
As the GM/Chef Manager, you will oversee daily operations, guide culinary production, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients, guests, and team members. You'll balance big-picture ...
Northfield, IL · On-site
$56K - $72K/yr
As the GM/Chef Manager, you will oversee daily operations, guide culinary production, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients, guests, and team members. You'll balance big-picture ...
As the GM/Chef Manager, you will oversee daily operations, guide culinary production, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients, guests, and team members. You'll balance bigpicture ...
As the GM/Chef Manager, you will oversee daily operations, guide culinary production, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients, guests, and team members. You'll balance bigpicture ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$24/hr
We put our people first to deliver finely tailored, expertly managed programs. The NEXDINE ... The Sous Chef reports to the Executive Chef/Chef Manager. The Sous Chef is responsible for ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$24/hr
We put our people first to deliver finely tailored, expertly managed programs. The NEXDINE ... The Sous Chef reports to the Executive Chef/Chef Manager. The Sous Chef is responsible for ...
$24/hr
We put our people first to deliver finely tailored, expertly managed programs. The NEXDINE ... Full-TimeSous Chef Location : Chicago, Illinois Schedule :Week/Weekend Hours : AM/PM Pay Rate :$24 ...
$24/hr
We put our people first to deliver finely tailored, expertly managed programs. The NEXDINE ... Full-TimeSous Chef Location : Chicago, Illinois Schedule :Week/Weekend Hours : AM/PM Pay Rate :$24 ...
$75K - $85K/yr
Project Manager - Executive Chef An organized leader who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves to ensure the overall success of daily kitchen operations including training and food preparation. The ...
$75K - $85K/yr
Project Manager - Executive Chef An organized leader who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves to ensure the overall success of daily kitchen operations including training and food preparation. The ...
$17.60/hr
Communicates with the Chef Manager and/or Sous Chef daily to understand and properly prepare menu * Adheres to the Cash Register Policy and Cash Handler's Agreement * Maintains complete comprehension ...
$17.60/hr
Communicates with the Chef Manager and/or Sous Chef daily to understand and properly prepare menu * Adheres to the Cash Register Policy and Cash Handler's Agreement * Maintains complete comprehension ...
Lake Forest, IL · On-site
$1.3K/day
Communicates with the Chef Manager and/or Sous Chef daily to understand and properly prepare menu * Adheres to the Cash Register Policy and Cash Handler's Agreement * Maintains complete comprehension ...
Lake Forest, IL · On-site
$1.3K/day
Communicates with the Chef Manager and/or Sous Chef daily to understand and properly prepare menu * Adheres to the Cash Register Policy and Cash Handler's Agreement * Maintains complete comprehension ...
$29.2K - $34.4K
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$39.6K - $44.8K
8% of jobs
$49.5K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$44.8K - $50K
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15% of jobs
The median wage is $58.3K / yr.
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$60.4K - $65.6K
10% of jobs
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$65.6K - $70.9K
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$76.1K - $81.3K
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$81.3K - $86.5K
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A chef manager is a supervisor in the kitchen area of a restaurant. As a chef manager, you are responsible for helping the kitchen staff perform efficiently. Your duties include establishing standard menu options and recipes, ordering the food and supplies necessary to make these dishes, and overseeing kitchen and line staff by hiring, firing, and training team members as required. Qualifications for this career include extensive kitchen experience and leadership skills.
| Aspect | Chef Manager | Sous Chef |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Culinary degree or equivalent, culinary certifications | Culinary degree or equivalent, culinary certifications |
| Work Environment | Oversees kitchen operations, manages staff, plans menus | Assists head chef, supervises kitchen staff, prepares dishes |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Hotels, restaurants, catering services, healthcare facilities | Restaurants, hotels, catering, institutional kitchens |
| Primary Responsibilities | Kitchen management, menu planning, staff supervision | Food preparation, supporting head chef, quality control |
The main difference between a Chef Manager and a Sous Chef is that the Chef Manager has broader responsibilities including managing the entire kitchen operation, staff, and menu planning, while the Sous Chef primarily supports the head chef with food preparation and kitchen supervision. Both roles require culinary credentials and are common in similar work environments, but the Chef Manager holds a more managerial position.

$60K - $70K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 28 days ago
5.9
Based on 1,255 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
392nd of 487 rated business services
Workplace Hospitality builds dining and hospitality programs that work, day after day. Chef-led menus designed around the people and the operational reality of each space. Reliable across locations, consistent across shifts, flexible enough to fit the way your business actually runs.
From a single site to a national footprint, programs sized to what you need and built to flex as that changes. Programs leaders can count on, and employees come back for.
Good food. Good people. Done right.
We 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 General 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.
Just like you, we’re passionate about everything we do, and we’ll make sure you have the right growth opportunities to reach the peak of your career.
COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $60,000.00 to $70,000.00. 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.
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.
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
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 http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 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.
Hospitality services and facilities support services
10,000+ Employees
Philadelphia, PA, US