Culinary Ops Lead: Food Service & Catering

Sodexo; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a kitchen and culinary leader to drive operations and client satisfaction in a fast-paced environment. This role focuses on creative menu development, catering excellence, and disciplined operational leadership to ensure quality and innovation across services.

You will manage people, budgets, and safety standards while fostering a high-performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences and program execution.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• 0–1 years of related experience.
• Experience leading culinary operations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations and high-end catering.
• Oversee kitchen operations, budgeting, and staff.
• Drive client satisfaction and retention.
• Ensure safety and sanitation compliance.
• Develop and implement menus and programs.

Skills

Purchasing

Inventory management

Food cost analysis

Forecasting

Coaching teams

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Automated inventory systems

Ordering systems

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a kitchen and culinary leader to drive operations and client satisfaction in a fast-paced environment. This role focuses on creative menu development, catering excellence, and disciplined operational leadership to ensure quality and innovation across services.

You will manage people, budgets, and safety standards while fostering a high-performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences and program execution.