Job Description
Are you someone who takes pride in making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Join a team where your passion can shine through in work that truly matters.
At Aramark SeniorLIFE+, we serve thousands of seniors living in assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, and memory care communities. Everything we do helps make each day special for the residents we serve. From providing delicious dining experiences to keeping spaces clean, safe, and welcoming, we create moments that bring joy, promote wellness, and support vibrant, fulfilling lives. With seniors at the heart of what we do, we are dedicated to nurturing lives and creating meaningful connections. Bring your purpose and passion to Aramark SeniorLIFE+ and be part of a team that makes every moment count.
We are seeking a hands-on Chef Manager to lead food service operations in a skilled nursing and long-term care environment serving residents with a variety of dietary needs, including memory care, rehabilitation, and modified texture diets. This leader will play a critical role in delivering exceptional resident dining experiences while ensuring regulatory compliance, culinary excellence, team engagement, and strong client relationships.
This position supports a new ArchCare partnership with a November 15 go-live and requires a leader who is comfortable working directly with residents, clients, and frontline staff in a highly visible, resident-focused environment.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $65,000 to $68,000. 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.
Job Responsibilities
Resident Food Service Operations
Direct daily food service operations for skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, and memory care residents.
Ensure meals are prepared and served according to physician orders, therapeutic diet requirements, and resident preferences.
Oversee food production and service for modified texture diets, including mechanical soft and pureed diets.
Monitor food quality, presentation, consistency, and resident satisfaction.
Conduct regular resident rounds and dining room observations to assess service quality and identify opportunities for improvement.
Work directly with residents, families, and clients to address concerns and enhance the dining experience.
Oversee tray line and dining room service to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and meal quality.
Support special dining events, seasonal promotions, and potential display cooking opportunities.
Culinary Leadership
Lead menu execution, food production, purchasing, inventory management, and cost controls.
Maintain high culinary standards while meeting nutrition and therapeutic diet requirements.
Partner closely with clinical and dietary teams to ensure compliance with resident care plans.
Ensure recipes, production records, and portion controls are followed consistently.
Demonstrate strong culinary skills and actively participate in kitchen operations when needed.
Compliance & Safety
Maintain compliance with all federal, state, local, CMS, Department of Health, OSHA, and company regulations.
Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and workplace safety standards.
Monitor and document compliance activities and implement corrective actions when necessary.
Maintain readiness for regulatory surveys and audits.
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, coach, and develop food service employees to achieve operational and service excellence.
Conduct daily pre-shift meetings and team huddles to communicate priorities, service expectations, and safety initiatives.
Use coaching and performance management tools to develop employees and address performance concerns.
Promote employee engagement, accountability, and recognition.
Partner effectively within a union environment while maintaining positive employee relations.
Client & Resident Relationship Management
Develop and maintain strong relationships with community leadership, clinical teams, residents, and families.
Communicate operational performance, service outcomes, and improvement initiatives to clients.
Proactively identify opportunities to enhance resident dining programs and overall satisfaction.
Serve as a visible and accessible leader in dining rooms and throughout the community.
Qualifications
Required
2-3 years of culinary leadership experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, healthcare, rehabilitation, or other highly regulated food service environment.
1-2 years of management or supervisory experience.
Experience with therapeutic diets and modified texture diets, including mechanical soft and pureed diets.
Food Protection Manager, Food Handler, or equivalent food safety certification as required.
Strong knowledge of food production, sanitation, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced resident care environment.
Preferred
Culinary degree or formal culinary training.
Experience in a large-scale skilled nursing or long-term care operation.
Experience working in a union environment.
Experience supporting memory care, Alzheimer's, dementia, or rehabilitation populations.
Additional Information
Position supports skilled nursing and long-term care communities on Staten Island.
Resident-facing leadership role requiring regular interaction with residents, families, clients, and staff.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs, including holidays and weekends. Availability for Thanksgiving is required.
Local travel between communities may be required based on business needs.
Must be able to work effectively under pressure while maintaining food quality, resident satisfaction, safety, and compliance standards.
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.
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.