Food Production Manager 3

Sodexo Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Food Production Manager to lead culinary operations at a military facility. This role involves overseeing a dedicated team, ensuring high culinary standards, and managing food production for a large number of personnel. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, a passion for food innovation, and a solid culinary background. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join a team that is committed to creating a better everyday for everyone!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of management experience in culinary services.
• Strong culinary background with current knowledge of trends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food operation and manage a team of 12 employees.
• Plan menus, order supplies, and manage food costs.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Coaching

Food Safety and Sanitation

Menu Planning

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Role Overview

Sodexo Government Services is looking for a Food Production Manager 3 to join our team at the USMC Marine Barracks in Washington DC. The current food landscape consists of 1 Mess Hall that feeds about 200 to 300 marines and other personnel Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner and Catering Operations. The Food Production Manager 3 will be the lead Culinarian on site and oversee the food operation.

Incentives

M-F Primarily day shift with some evenings for catering.

What You'll Do

• Menu planning
• Ordering
• Inventory
• Hands on about 10% of the time
• Catering production
• Recipe adherence
• Safety and sanitation
• Food and labor cost management
• Leading and developing a team of 12 hourly employees, of which 10 are cooks

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care, and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• A strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest culinary standards
• Strong coaching and employee development skills
• A passion for food and innovation

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience. Minimum Management Experience - 2 years. Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.