Chef Manager

Creating solutions for everything from dining and nutrition to facilities maintenance and rehabilitative services, Sodexo partners with government agencies and military organizations to improve people’s quality of life and make a positive impact.

Sodexo Government Services has an exciting opportunity for a Chef Manager to be part of a growing division. The Chef Manager will lead the food production and inventory management at one of our high-security government contracts in the metropolitan San Antonio Area. There is great satisfaction from serving civilian government and military personnel. 

The Chef Manager will report to the general manager and will function as the lead manager in the kitchen and will oversee the inventory management process including ordering, storing, bimonthly inventory counts, and training staff. Inventory management and procurement of food and supplies at the account/unit to ensure client satisfaction and retention for the company are a top focus for this position.

 -  Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to pass a Federal Background Check.

• Develops and implements production schedules to meet customer demand, optimize resource utilization, monitors production progress, and make adjustments as needed.
• Coordinates with vendors to ensure timely delivery of raw materials.
• Establishes and maintains a safe work environment, including both food and physical safety to comply with all regulatory and Sodexo standards

• Implements and enforces strict quality control standards and regularly inspects production processes and finished products.
• Identify areas for improvement in production processes and implement changes.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices and encourage innovation and creativity among the team.

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.

• Proven experience in food production
• Has a strong background in food safety and sanitation compliance
• Has the ability to manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills and has a passion for a high level of customer service
• Can demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed

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 - High School Diploma or GED or equivalent
Minimum Management Experience - 1 year