Culinary General Manager

As a Culinary General Manager at Sodexo with the Good Eating Company you’ll be at the forefront of culinary excellence, curating upscale hospitality experiences that delight our discerning clientele.

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic manager who is focused on elevating the guest experience. The Culinary General Manager will operate a Café at Santana Row an upscale residential and commercial district of West San Jose, California. The Culinary General Manager will oversee the entire team, from kitchen staff to front-of-house, fostering an environment of excellence and customer advocacy, this position is a hands-on culinary role responsible for menu planning and execution.

• be innovative every day
• an eye for high end restaurant, artisan quality food
• a strong focus in customer service  
• great communication skills

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.

• experience managing a management team both front-of-house and back-of-house
• financial acumen, experience with managing budgets
• experience training and directing a talented and diverse staff
• innovation and ability to manage cost
• customer driven and strong track record in organizational development
• superior client relations skills and executive presence

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.

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience  
Minimum Management Experience - 5 years              
Minimum Functional Experience - 5 years