Regional Executive Chef, Northeast Region - Collegiate Hospitality

This position requires up to 75% travel.

About the role

The Regional Executive Chef provides culinary leadership, expertise, and vision for the Northeast region through process, direct regional, district, and account-specific relationships.

Responsibilities

• Train and support account chefs, kitchen teams, and senior leadership.
• Implement company-wide standards while allowing for local adaptation.
• Work with teams to plan and price menus.
• Ensure accurate safety and sanitation in kitchens.
• Coordinate special catering events and offer culinary instruction or demonstrate culinary techniques.
• Provide ongoing training to local chefs, ensuring they meet company culinary standards and can adapt to regional needs.
• Communicate consistently with Regional Culinary Director, Regional Executive Chef, and District Managers to identify needs and provide support.

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. Job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Requirements

• 8+ years of industry and culinary management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to lead in a diverse environment with a focus on client and customer service.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with both teams and clients.
• Ability to multi-task and pivot based on account needs and situations.
• Previous experience with food and labor cost control, demonstration cooking, menu development and pricing, and development of culinary teams preferred.
• P&L accountability and/or contract-managed service experience is desirable.
• Ability to adapt to online systems and high proficiency in Microsoft 365.

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. The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth.