Culinary Lead: Menu Architect & Team Mentor

Sodexo; Redwood City (CA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo Group in Redwood City, CA seeks an experienced culinary professional to lead and standardize operations while mentoring a team to deliver exceptional service and quality daily.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping menus, procurement, and client relationships, contributing to a dynamic dining program in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma or GED is required, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Solid culinary background with experience in high‑volume, fast‑paced environments.
• Proven leadership skills: mentoring and developing culinary teams.
• Expertise in menu planning and staying current with culinary trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations and standardize processes to ensure consistency and quality.
• Mentor and develop the culinary team to reach its full potential.
• Engage in hands-on procurement to ensure freshest ingredients and best value.
• Collaborate with clients to design menus reflecting their preferences and needs.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Menu planning

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Kitchen software

POS systems

Job description

Sodexo Group in Redwood City, CA seeks an experienced culinary professional to lead and standardize operations while mentoring a team to deliver exceptional service and quality daily.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping menus, procurement, and client relationships, contributing to a dynamic dining program in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma or GED is required, with opportunities for growth and professional development.