Posted August 26, 2026
Executive Performance Chef
ARAMARK
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996, United States
Full-Time
88000.00 - 118000.00
Reference: 3161923004
As Executive Performance Chef at ARAMARK, you will lead culinary operations for a high-profile account, designing innovative, performance-focused menus that balance flavor, nutrition, and cost. You'll oversee kitchen teams, production standards, and food safety while driving consistency and excellence across multiple service points. Partner with clients to customize offerings for diverse guests, from executives to athletes. You'll analyze costs, optimize inventory, and support budgeting targets. Aramark's culture of service, teamwork, and inclusivity offers growth, training, and the chance to positively impact clients and communities every day.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day culinary operations for a high-profile account
- Design and implement performance-focused, on-trend menus
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
- Supervise, train, and develop kitchen staff and culinary leaders
- Manage food and labor costs to meet budget and margin targets
- Oversee ordering, inventory control, and vendor relationships
- Partner with clients to tailor menus for diverse guest needs
- Support execution of VIP events, banquets, and special functions
- Monitor guest feedback and continuously improve offerings
- Collaborate with Aramark leadership on innovation and best practices
Required Skills
- Menu development
- Culinary production management
- Food safety & sanitation
- Cost control & budgeting
- Inventory management
- Vendor management
- Staff training & coaching
- Banquet and event execution
- Culinary presentation & plating
- Quality assurance
