Culinary Leader: Team Growth & Menu Innovation

Sodexo; Auburn (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a seasoned culinary leader to standardize operations, mentor a diverse culinary team, and design innovative menus across client programs. You’ll drive quality, safety, and consistency while building strong partnerships to elevate dining experiences.

In this role you’ll manage people, set direction, and allocate resources. Expect accountability for performance reviews, staffing decisions, and continuous improvement across your operations.

Qualifications

• Extensive culinary expertise with leadership in high-volume environments.
• Proven ability to mentor teams and drive professional development.
• Advanced menu planning with attention to client preferences and nutrition standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead standardization of culinary operations and drive consistency across programs.
• Mentor and develop a diverse team, promoting growth and succession planning.
• Oversee procurement, sourcing quality ingredients and cost control.
• Design menus balancing creativity, client needs, and nutritional standards.
• Drive culinary strategy and continuous improvement across your area.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Menu planning

Operational efficiency

Food safety & HACCP

ServSafe certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a seasoned culinary leader to standardize operations, mentor a diverse culinary team, and design innovative menus across client programs. You’ll drive quality, safety, and consistency while building strong partnerships to elevate dining experiences.

In this role you’ll manage people, set direction, and allocate resources. Expect accountability for performance reviews, staffing decisions, and continuous improvement across your operations.