Campus Culinary Director: Lead Innovation, Teams & Dining

Sodexo; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Sodexo in Pittsburg, KS is seeking a culinary leader to standardize operations, develop teams, and craft menus that meet diverse client needs while elevating the dining experience.

You will manage people, set direction, and deploy resources, while building strong client partnerships and driving continuous improvement across your area. This role offers growth within a global services company and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Education Requirement: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Management Experience: 1–3 years.
• Related Experience: 1–3 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead standardization of culinary operations across the area.
• Mentor and develop kitchen staff to build future leaders.
• Design menus balancing creativity, client preferences, and nutrition standards.
• Oversee procurement to ensure quality ingredients and cost-effective sourcing.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain strong client partnerships.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team mentorship

Menu planning

Operations management

Food safety HACCP

Procurement basics

Problem solving

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Sodexo in Pittsburg, KS is seeking a culinary leader to standardize operations, develop teams, and craft menus that meet diverse client needs while elevating the dining experience.

You will manage people, set direction, and deploy resources, while building strong client partnerships and driving continuous improvement across your area. This role offers growth within a global services company and a comprehensive benefits package.