Chef Manager - Catering

Lead a corporate dining team delivering exceptional food and service while fostering a strong work-life balance. Enjoy competitive benefits, rewarding perks, career growth, and the opportunity to make a daily impact.

Shape memorable dining experiences by leading a talented team, managing daily operations, and delivering outstanding service. 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. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Lead the implementation of streamlined culinary systems that boost consistency and operational success.

Oversee procurement and purchasing to ensure top-quality ingredients and cost-effective sourcing.

Champion fresh, innovative culinary ideas that keep dining experiences exciting and relevant.

Play a key role in shaping culinary strategy and driving continuous improvement across your area.

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.

ServSafe certification and solid working knowledge of HACCP principles to ensure food safety and compliance.

Education Requirement: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience

Management Experience: 1 year

Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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