Chef Manager- Child Nutrition

Sodexo; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative district seeks a Child Nutrition Chef Manager to lead food services for K-12 schools, emphasizing student well-being and career growth. This year-round role involves overseeing operations, training staff, and ensuring compliance with USDA standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with a passion for customer service. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and fosters a positive working environment, ensuring a meaningful impact on students' lives while enjoying work-life balance.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1 year of management experience in food service.
• Strong leadership and employee engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure quality food service.
• Provide employee training and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Customer Service

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Role Overview

Sodexo School Food Services seeks an experienced Child Nutrition Chef Manager to support Holyoke Public Schools (K-12) in Holyoke, MA. This year-round role oversees multiple schools, staff training, and catering. Ideal candidates have experience with USDA/National School Lunch & Breakfast programs, strong communication, organization, and leadership skills. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. This innovative district emphasizes student well-being. Great opportunity for work-life balance and career growth within Sodexo. At Sodexo, we deliver food, nutrition, environmental and facilities management solutions to partnered K-12 schools. Joining us at one of our school sites means fostering healthy learning environments and positively influencing the students’ well-being and performance.

What You'll Do

• have oversight of day-to-day operations;
• deliver high quality food service;
• provide employee training and development;
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships;
• create a positive working environment;and
• ensure Sodexo and USDA standards are met.

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 criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively;
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service;
• prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed;
• valid driver's license.

Who We Are

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.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. 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. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED or EquivalentMinimum Management Experience - 1 year