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.  

As a Culinary Manager, you will lead daily dining operations in a skilled nursing environment, ensuring residents receive safe, nutritious meals while creating a hospitality-driven experience that supports dignity, comfort, and quality of life. You'll coach and develop team members, maintain regulatory compliance, and help deliver service excellence every day

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $70,000 to $85,500.00. 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.

Job Responsibilities

Culinary & Resident Dining Operations

Manage daily culinary and food service operations in a skilled nursing and long-term care environment.
Oversee food production, meal service, and dining room operations to ensure high-quality food and service.
Ensure compliance with therapeutic, mechanical soft, and puree diet requirements.
Collaborate with clinical and dietary teams to support resident nutrition and dietary needs.
Maintain a visible presence in dining areas and build positive relationships with residents and families.
Support special meals, resident engagement activities, and display/show cooking programs as applicable.

Leadership

Lead, coach, and develop culinary and food service staff to achieve operational and service excellence.
Conduct daily team huddles and ensure staff are trained on food safety, quality, and resident service standards.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and resident-focused hospitality.

Financial & Operational Performance

Manage food, labor, and supply costs to achieve budget and operational goals.
Monitor productivity, purchasing, inventory, and waste to drive efficiency and cost control.
Ensure consistent execution of food quality, presentation, and service standards.

Compliance & Safety

Maintain compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure safe food handling practices and adherence to healthcare and long-term care standards.
Support successful audit and inspection outcomes through ongoing monitoring and staff training.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of food service management experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, healthcare, or senior living environment required.
• Experience managing therapeutic and texture-modified diets, including puree and mechanical diets, preferred.
• Strong resident engagement and customer service skills with the ability to interact directly with residents, families, and staff.
• Food safety/food handler certification required as applicable.
• Culinary management experience in a large, complex healthcare or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience working in a unionized environment preferred.

Education

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.