Chef Manager: Healthcare Dining Leader & Menu Innovator

Sodexo; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 59,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager to lead healthcare resident dining and catering at Carroll Lutheran Village in Westminster, MD. This role is hands-on, with a focus on standardizing operations, mentoring staff, and designing menus that meet dietary needs.

Responsibilities include staff management, budgeting, and driving continuous improvement in dining services. The position requires healthcare kitchen experience, ServSafe and HACCP knowledge, and strong leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Healthcare dining experience preferred.
• Knowledge of special diets.
• 1 year management experience.
• Proficient with computer systems to streamline operations.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for managing people and setting direction; hire/fire decisions.
• Lead implementation of streamlined culinary systems to boost consistency and efficiency.
• Design menus balancing creativity with client preferences and nutritional standards.
• Cultivate relationships with clients through exceptional service and collaboration.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Menu planning

Procurement

Cost control

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

ServSafe certification

HACCP principles

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager to lead healthcare resident dining and catering at Carroll Lutheran Village in Westminster, MD. This role is hands-on, with a focus on standardizing operations, mentoring staff, and designing menus that meet dietary needs.

Responsibilities include staff management, budgeting, and driving continuous improvement in dining services. The position requires healthcare kitchen experience, ServSafe and HACCP knowledge, and strong leadership capabilities.