Culinary Services Manager
Aramark
About Aramark
Culinary Services Manager
Job DescriptionSenior Living | Aramark SeniorLife+
Lead with purpose. Make every meal matter.
At
Aramark SeniorLife+ , we're redefining dining in senior living. As the newest and fastest-growing division within Aramark, we're committed to creating exceptional dining experiences that nourish, comfort, and enrich the lives of older adults every day.
We're looking for a
Culinary Services Manager
who is passionate about leading teams, delivering high-quality resident dining experiences, and making a meaningful impact in a healthcare environment.
If you're someone who enjoys building strong teams, creating operational excellence, and making residents smile one meal at a time, we'd love to meet you.
Job Responsibilities
As the Culinary Services Manager, you'll oversee the daily dining operation while partnering closely with the Food Service Director to ensure exceptional service, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
You'll:
Lead, coach, and develop culinary and dining team members
Foster a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and resident satisfaction
Ensure meals are prepared and served safely while maintaining the highest quality standards
Maintain compliance with all federal, state, local, and company food safety regulations
Assist with staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management
Monitor food, labor, and inventory costs while supporting financial goals
Partner with community leadership to continuously improve the resident dining experience
Maintain sanitation standards and ensure survey readiness
Support operational excellence through inventory management, purchasing, and quality assurance
Help create a welcoming dining environment where residents genuinely enjoy every meal
We are offering a $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS for this role!
Qualifications
Required
At least 2 years of leadership experience in food service, healthcare, senior living, long-term care, rehabilitation, or hospitality
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements
Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills
Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience with budgeting, inventory, labor management, and cost controls
Experience preparing for state surveys and maintaining regulatory compliance
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential
2-3 years of Executive Chef experience
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
