**Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment? Grow your culinary career in a management position with Sodexo

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager for a Corporate Services account which is part of a Global strategic account portfolio located in Rockville, MD. This candidate will report directly into a General Manager and directly supervise 4 Sodexo frontline(hourly) employees. This candidate will manage the main cafeteria, which serves as a commissary kitchen for one onsite unit. Services to include retail, catering, and micro market oversight. We are looking for a strong culinarian with Front of the House and Back of the House skills, strong financial acumen, multi-site experience, and catering experience.

***The salary range is between $65,000-$70,000 annually, based on experience. ***

We are looking for a high-level Chef Manager who will:

• manage the daily food production including production planning and controls, hands on food production
• ensure Sodexo Culinary Standards including recipe compliance and food quality
• manage food costing, controls and compliance
• develop menus and manage inventory
• have high expectations for customer service and quality of food
• have the ability and willingness to develop and train frontline employees
• have a passion for food and innovation
• knowledge of Sodexo Food Management System (FMS) is preferred.

The ideal candidate has:

• a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends
• passion for food
• excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of standards and implements company policies
• previous experience working in a corporate facility; and
• strong management skills
• strong knowledge of financials (labor and materials cost)

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.

Basic Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED or equivalent
Basic Management Experience - 1 year

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.