Executive Chef

About the Team

Our team is dedicated to providing immersive and captivating food and beverage experiences for fans, students, and alumni at one of the most iconic programs in collegiate sports. Tennessee Athletics strives to lead the way in college sports, motivated to enhance the fan experience and provide innovation in all areas, including culinary arts. With extensive renovations and development projects underway at multiple venues, including Neyland Stadium—one of the largest stadiums in the world with a capacity of over 101,000—our culinary operations are at the forefront of this evolution.

The University of Tennessee is home to legendary venues such as Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center, Lindsey Nelson Stadium, and Regal Soccer Stadium. As part of this ecosystem, the culinary team plays a vital role in supporting a leading Athletics Department that celebrates over 100 years of history.

About the Role

The Executive Chef serves as a management position overseeing the culinary operations for the University of Tennessee Athletics Department and its venues. This role encompasses athletics events, concerts, special events, and catering services. You will be responsible for leading and developing the culinary staff while executing culinary solutions that meet diverse customer needs and tastes.

As a culinary innovator, you will apply advanced techniques to food preparation and manage the final presentation and service of food. This position offers a unique opportunity to create innovative menus across the United States and shape the culinary culture at a premier collegiate institution. You will interact directly with guests daily, building effective client and guest rapport while ensuring the integrity of the standard Aramark food offer.

Why Aramark?

Join Aramark, the largest U.S.-based food service provider and one of Forbes' Best Employers for 2024. We value passion and dedication to craft, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and recognition. Our chefs have the chance to participate in the prestigious ProChef certification program at The Culinary Institute of America, with nearly 300 Aramark chefs already certified. Additionally, you can showcase your skills in our exciting Aramark Culinary Excellence (ACE) competition, where top chefs prepare four-course menus for ACF Master Chefs.

At Aramark, we believe our chefs are the driving force behind our culinary culture. With a focus on employee retention and development, you will find opportunities to grow, advance, and make a lasting impact in the culinary world. We are rooted in service and united by our purpose to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

Equal Opportunity

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.