Culinary Operations Leader

Sodexo; Northfield Township (IL); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Well­

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo in the United States is seeking a Results-driven General Manager/Chef Manager to lead culinary and food service operations, drive client satisfaction, and manage budgets. This role balances hands-on leadership with strategic oversight, develops teams, ensures safety and compliance, and delivers exceptional dining experiences for clients and customers.

Based in Illinois, the position emphasizes leadership, budget management, and strong client relationships to elevate dining experiences

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 2 years of management experience.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience.
• Culinary background with food production and safety expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food service and culinary operations to meet client needs.
• Manage budgets, pay reviews, and hiring decisions as applicable.
• Ensure food safety and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and coach teams to deliver excellent dining experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary management

Food production

Inventory control

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Team development

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Inventory management software

Ordering systems

Job description

Sodexo in the United States is seeking a Results-driven General Manager/Chef Manager to lead culinary and food service operations, drive client satisfaction, and manage budgets. This role balances hands-on leadership with strategic oversight, develops teams, ensures safety and compliance, and delivers exceptional dining experiences for clients and customers.

Based in Illinois, the position emphasizes leadership, budget management, and strong client relationships to elevate dining experiences