Healthcare Dining Chef Manager – Lead Culinary Excellence

Sodexo; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 59,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision care

401(k) Plan with matching

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager to direct culinary operations for Carroll Lutheran Village in Westminster, MD. You’ll lead healthcare resident dining and catering, ensuring high quality meals and on-time service in a healthcare setting.

You’ll manage people, set direction, and coach staff while aligning menus with client needs, nutrition standards, and Sodexo capabilities in a hospital-like environment.

Qualifications

• Healthcare foodservice experience preferred.
• Knowledge of special diets for healthcare environments.
• Experience leading culinary teams in high-volume settings.
• Sanitation and HACCP compliance knowledge.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent safety training.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations for healthcare dining in a high-volume setting.
• Mentor and develop kitchen staff; conduct performance reviews.
• Standardize menus and procedures; ensure timely service.
• Oversee procurement, cost control, and quality ingredients.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Menu planning

Operations knowledge

Food safety (HACCP)

ServSafe certification

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager to direct culinary operations for Carroll Lutheran Village in Westminster, MD. You’ll lead healthcare resident dining and catering, ensuring high quality meals and on-time service in a healthcare setting.

You’ll manage people, set direction, and coach staff while aligning menus with client needs, nutrition standards, and Sodexo capabilities in a hospital-like environment.