Culinary Innovation Lead | Menu Strategy & Ops Excellence

Sodexo; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a strategic culinary leader to shape daily dining operations in a premier corporate environment. You will drive menu innovation, elevate food quality, and collaborate with clients, operations, and culinary teams to deliver outstanding experiences.

You’ll manage production planning, inventory oversight, and cost control while prioritizing safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards. This role offers leadership growth and cross-functional influence within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Experience guiding and engaging team members in a food service environment.
• Hands-on background in culinary production, safety, and sanitation practices.
• Strong leadership and customer-focused mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Drive menu innovation and cost-effective menu planning.
• Oversee production planning, inventory oversight, and cost tracking.
• Lead and develop team, set direction, and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary production

Safety & sanitation

Communication

Menu planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Food management systems

Reporting tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a strategic culinary leader to shape daily dining operations in a premier corporate environment. You will drive menu innovation, elevate food quality, and collaborate with clients, operations, and culinary teams to deliver outstanding experiences.

You’ll manage production planning, inventory oversight, and cost control while prioritizing safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards. This role offers leadership growth and cross-functional influence within a dynamic team.