General Manager / Chef Manager - Sodexo

Role Overview

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 is seeking an Chef Manager - GM for our Government Services segment in Bethesda, Maryland! This a great opportunity for a polished and professional manager with a strong background in delivering expectation dining experiences seeking to grow their career and skill set. 

Position contingent on obtaining a security clearance from the United States government based on a federal background investigation.  

- Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. 

The best qualified candidate will be have a retail food service and culinary background and be able to inspire their staff of 10 hourly frontline employees to uphold our standards at all times.   

What You'll Do

• 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.

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

• 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

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 experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 years         Minimum Functional Experience  - 2 years