Chef Manager: Lead High-Volume Culinary & Menu Innovation

Sodexo; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo in Northern VA is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead culinary operations for two traditional cafeterias serving a government account. You will drive excellence through hands-on leadership, standardizing processes, HACCP compliance, and cross-training a 10-person team in a non-union environment.

You’ll oversee procurement, menu design balancing client preferences and nutrition, mentor staff, and build strong client partnerships to elevate dining experiences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of management experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge required.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations for two traditional cafeterias in a government account.
• Oversee procurement and purchasing to ensure top-quality ingredients and cost-effective sourcing.
• Design menus that balance creativity with client preferences and nutritional standards.
• Ensure HACCP compliance and food safety across operations.
• Train and mentor a 10-person team in a non-union environment.

Skills

Leadership

HACCP

Inventory management

Menu planning

Team development

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Sodexo in Northern VA is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead culinary operations for two traditional cafeterias serving a government account. You will drive excellence through hands-on leadership, standardizing processes, HACCP compliance, and cross-training a 10-person team in a non-union environment.

You’ll oversee procurement, menu design balancing client preferences and nutrition, mentor staff, and build strong client partnerships to elevate dining experiences.