Chef Manager

Join Sodexo as a Chef Manager and lead culinary operations for a premier school dining program. Shape the student experience through quality food, strong team leadership, and innovative dining solutions that make a lasting impact. You'll combine culinary creativity with purpose. Partner with school leaders, mentor frontline teams, and deliver nutritious meals that support student success while strengthening the school community. About the job Take on a leadership position where your vision and expertise will drive culinary excellence. You’ll lead the charge in standardizing operations, fostering team development, and crafting innovative menus that meet diverse client needs, all while building strong partnerships that elevate the dining experience. Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management. Pay Range: $58735 per year - $76010 per year What’s in it for you Enjoy the balance of a school-based schedule while advancing your culinary career with Sodexo. Build meaningful relationships, lead with autonomy, and make a positive difference in the lives of students and families. Find purpose beyond the kitchen. You'll help create memorable dining experiences, support student success, develop future leaders, and be part of a team committed to serving the community with excellence. Lead the implementation of streamlined culinary systems that boost consistency and operational success. Inspire and mentor a dedicated team, shaping future leaders and promoting professional growth. Oversee procurement and purchasing to ensure top-quality ingredients and cost- effective sourcing. Design menus that balance creativity with client preferences and nutritional standards. Champion fresh, innovative culinary ideas that keep dining experiences exciting and relevant. Cultivate meaningful relationships with clients through exceptional service and collaboration. Play a key role in shaping culinary strategy and driving continuous improvement across your area. What you’ll bring Bring your passion for culinary excellence, hospitality, and leadership to Sodexo. Success in high-volume food service, team development, customer engagement, and operational performance will help you thrive. The ideal candidate brings strong culinary and financial acumen, a commitment to food safety and quality, and the ability to inspire teams while building positive relationships with clients and stakeholders. Extensive culinary expertise with a proven track record in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environments. Leadership and management skills, with experience mentoring teams and driving professional development. Advanced menu planning abilities combined with a deep understanding of current culinary trends and client preferences. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with proficiency in computer systems to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to implement processes independently that improve productivity and consistency. ServSafe certification and solid working knowledge of HACCP principles to ensure food safety and compliance. Requirements Education Requirement: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience Management Experience: 1 year What we offer Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific crit…

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