Chef Manager — Senior Living Culinary Leader

Sodexo; Fort Valley (GA); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision care and Welln

401(k) Plan with Matching Contrib.

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities andTuition

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager for the Church Home in Fort Valley, GA, a Lifespring Community. This hands-on leader will work alongside our team to prepare quality dishes daily, plan menus, manage budgets, and uphold food safety in a senior living setting.

You will drive culinary excellence, standardize operations, mentor staff, and build strong client partnerships while shaping dining experiences that meet diverse resident needs.

Qualifications

• Extensive culinary expertise in high-volume, fast-paced kitchens.
• Leadership and management skills with team development experience.
• Advanced menu planning with understanding of client preferences.
• Proficiency in computer systems to streamline operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of streamlined culinary systems for consistency.
• Mentor and develop the kitchen team and future leaders.
• Oversee procurement and purchasing of ingredients.
• Design menus balancing creativity with nutritional standards.
• Drive culinary strategy and continuous improvement across the area.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Budget management

Food safety

Staff mentorship

Procurement

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager for the Church Home in Fort Valley, GA, a Lifespring Community. This hands-on leader will work alongside our team to prepare quality dishes daily, plan menus, manage budgets, and uphold food safety in a senior living setting.

You will drive culinary excellence, standardize operations, mentor staff, and build strong client partnerships while shaping dining experiences that meet diverse resident needs.