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Area Chef Manager
- Workplace Type
- Onsite
- Location
- Morristown, New Jersey, United States
- Experience Level
- Mid Level
About Us:
DARTCOR HOSPITALITY
Dartcor Hospitality transforms workplaces into communities where hospitality fuels connection, culture, and performance. Our workplace dining experiences are more than a meal—they're catalysts for connection. Through chef-driven food, wellness-focused offerings, and intentional design, we create spaces that energize teams, foster belonging, and strengthen workplace culture throughout the day.
OUR FAMILY
Part of the Dartcor Enterprises Ecosystem. Dartcor Hospitality is proud to be part of the Dartcor Enterprises family—a purpose-led organization redefining hospitality as a force for connection, culture, and community. Alongside our sister brands, Chelsea Hospitality Group and Ōme Caterers, we’re part of a broader ecosystem that brings hospitality to life across workplace, event, and dining experiences.
Together, we’re reimagining what hospitality can do—for people, for places, and for the future.
As part of our expansion, we are seeking a skilled and dedicated Chef Manager to lead our kitchen operations. If you’re passionate about culinary excellence and creating memorable dining experiences, this role is perfect for you! This Chef Manager role will cover cafe operations (including coffee bar) covering central NJ.
What We Need From You:
- Culinary Leadership: Lead the kitchen team in preparing and serving high-quality dishes, ensuring consistency and creativity in every plate.
- Menu Creation: Develop seasonal menus based on fresh, local ingredients, and cater to client dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Team Development: Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety, quality standards, and operational excellence.
- Inventory Management: Manage inventory, track supplies, and place orders as necessary to maintain smooth operations.
- Guest Relations: Interact with guests, accommodating special requests and ensuring a superior dining experience.
- Operational Excellence: Ensure all kitchen operations comply with safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
Requirements
Skills & Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in NYC or fine-dining restaurants, boutique hotels, or upscale catering (with at least 2 years in a leadership role).
- Minimum 5 years catering experience
- Expertise in menu planning, cost control, and food production
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to train and guide kitchen staff
- Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation protocols
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Bi-lingual a plus!
Benefits
What You'll Get From Us?
- Competitive salary, 401K and performance-based incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and luxurious hospitality environment
- Work-life balance with weekday hours
If you’re a motivated culinary professional with leadership experience, we want to hear from you. Join our team as a Chef Manager and take the next step in your culinary career!
About Dartcor
Hospitality
Hospitality is a catalyst for connection and performance. At Dartcor Hospitality, we bring that belief to life every day—transforming workplaces into environments that are magnetic, alive, and full of purpose. What began in 1985 as a gourmet market has evolved into a modern workplace hospitality company that shapes how people connect at work. Through intentional design, chef-driven food, and genuine care, we create spaces that energize teams and strengthen culture. Our cafés, markets, and pantries are more than places to eat—they’re hubs of connection and belonging. Every coffee run becomes a moment to engage, every meal an opportunity to build trust, and every shared experience a spark that fuels organizational potential. Dartcor Hospitality is part of the Dartcor Enterprises ecosystem—a family of brands united by the belief that hospitality inspires human connection and collective potential. Dartcor Enterprises is the parent company of Dartcor Hospitality, Chelsea Hospitality Group, and Ōme Caterers—brands united by the mission to build environments where people and culture thrive through hospitality. Chelsea Hospitality Group designs restaurants, cafés, and cultural spaces that reconnect people with each other and the world around them—refined, resonant, and community-rooted. Ōme Caterers creates high-style, high-impact hospitality for life’s most meaningful moments. Ōme transforms celebrations into lasting memories with soulful precision, impeccable style, and genuine warmth.
- Employees
- 80
- Industry
- Hospitality
- Headquarters
- Whippany, New Jersey
- Location
- 40 South Jefferson Road, Whippany, New Jersey 07981, US
- Specialties
- Workplace Dining, Corporate Cafes, Micro Markets, Grab & Go, Coffee Bars, Juice Bars, Pantry Programs, Office Catering, Conference Dining, Drop Off Meals, Hybrid Hospitality, High End Off-Premise Catering, Workplace Culture & Community Building, and Culinary Experience Design
Chef Manager Jobs in the United States
Browse chef manager jobs in the united states, sourced directly from company career pages and updated daily. Recent openings come from Dartcor, Asbury Communities, Theclaremontcolleges and others. As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the culinary operations of a kitchen and managing a team of chefs and kitchen staff. This role requires strong leadership skills, creativity in menu planning, and a passion for delivering high-quality food. The job market for Chef Managers is competitive but rewarding, with opportunities in fine dining restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and more. The yearly salary range for Chef Managers varies depending on experience and location, typically ranging from $45,000 to $80,000. To excel in this role, you need to have strong culinary skills, excellent organizational abilities, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Understanding food costs, managing inventory, and ensuring kitchen safety are also crucial aspects of this position. Balancing work life in the culinary industry can be demanding, but the satisfaction of creating memorable dining experiences for guests makes it all worthwhile.
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