Job Description
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Washington DC Department of Corrections is hiring a Culinary Director to oversee our culinary training and retail services.. This role combines culinary creativity, retail management, and community engagement to prepare individuals for successful re-entry through Aramarks In2Work (I2W) program.
COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $70,000. 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 applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all culinary training and retail food service operations supporting the In2Work (I2W) re‑entry program.
Design, implement, and manage a comprehensive culinary training curriculum that prepares program participants for employment in the food service and hospitality industry.
Supervise daily kitchen and retail operations, ensuring consistent quality, efficiency, and compliance with food safety, sanitation, and Department of Corrections regulations.
Mentor, train, and evaluate program participants, fostering professional skills, confidence, accountability, and job readiness.
Manage inventory, food costs, purchasing, and budgeting to support operational and retail goals while maintaining financial accountability.
Collaborate with Aramark, DOC leadership, and community partners to support workforce development, job placement, and successful re‑entry outcomes.
Develop and maintain retail food service concepts that reflect culinary creativity, customer satisfaction, and market demand.
Ensure compliance with all safety, security, and operational policies within a correctional environment.
Monitor program performance, track outcomes, and prepare reports related to training progress, operational metrics, and participant success
.Serve as a positive ambassador for the I2W program by supporting community engagement initiatives and representing the program professionally.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Food Service Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience considered.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including kitchen management and staff supervision.
Experience in retail food service operations, including menu development, cost control, and customer-focused service models.
Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and coach individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Strong knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation regulations, and quality assurance practices.
Proven organizational, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured environment.
Ability to work effectively within a correctional setting, adhering to strict security, safety, and compliance requirements.
Passion for community impact, rehabilitation, and creating pathways to employment through education and skill‑building.
Proficiency in basic business operations, including budgeting, reporting, and performance tracking.ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.
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 youre 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.
We focus on enriching and nourishing the lives of millions all over the world, providing a wide range of services—food, facilities and uniforms—to a diverse group of clients in 19 countries. We serve world champion sports teams, Fortune 500 companies, state-of-the-art healthcare providers and the world’s leading educational institutions. And every day, we dream of ways to do it better through our commitment to innovation and our passion for excellent customer service.
Innovation inspired by you
The better we know the people we serve, the greater the experiences we can develop. Whether it’s food service, facilities or uniforms, our proprietary programs allow us to understand the wants and needs of our audiences.
Armed with that knowledge, our Service Stars spring into action, combining insights and ingenuity to deliver moments that make a difference. These innovations could be game-changing campus transformations. Or a simpler, quicker way for you to access condiments at the ballpark. In any case, our innovations help create experiences that make an impact.
Beyond great service
Another key part of what makes us different is something we call service excellence.
To us, service excellence isn’t just about providing great customer service. It also means using time-tested practices and proven processes to get it right every day, everywhere, in everything that we do. And it's also about striking the perfect balance between doing something well over and over again and being responsive enough to the changing needs of clients and customers. It’s being open to the continuing cycle of innovation. Excellent, but never satisfied. Process-driven, but never locked in place.
We never stop thinking of new, better ways to get it right when our people impact the lives of clients and consumers every day.
Our people make all the difference—we make sure of it
Our commitment to hiring, training and rewarding the right people ensures that our employees are more than just hard workers. They’re Service Stars, and that means they can be counted on to go above and beyond, every single day.
We understand that many times our people are literally the face of your business. That’s why all 270,000 Service Stars receive continual access to professional development and proprietary skills training.
The bottom line is this: when you work with Aramark, you can be confident you’ll be collaborating with the right people with the right skills and the right attitude. That’s true whether it’s for strategic expertise, operational excellence or just serving a morning coffee. That’s our commitment as trusted partners and Service Stars. That’s the Aramark way.