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Role Overview
Working together, supporting your team, and reaching for the best in a high-volume, high-paced environment is second nature to you.
Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager at George Mason University in Fairfax, VA. The Chef Manager will ensure the preparation and delivery of high-quality meals to students, faculty, and staff. Responsibilities include managing kitchen staff, planning menus, maintaining inventory, and ensuring food safety and sanitation standards. The Chef Manager will collaborate with the culinary team to create a diverse, nutritious, and sustainable dining program while fostering a positive and efficient kitchen environment.
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What You'll Do
- help maintain chef/manager schedules; cover chefs/manager schedule as needed;
- assist with implementing culinary systems and procedures;
- monitor, audit, implement, and standardize new menus;
- oversee all Food and Physical Safety and annual training for all hourly associates;
- improve and standardize catering and banquet services, create menus based on client needs;
- implement innovative and fresh ideas in retail and catering.
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
- a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends;
- excellent leadership and communication skills;
- supervisory experience in a culinary environment;
- the ability to effectively communicate to multiple audiences and develop strong relationships with customers;
- the ability to multitask and proven effectiveness in a high-standards-driven environment;
- the ability to creatively and effectively problem-solve and manage projects;
- proficient computer skills as well as exceptional organizational and customer service skills.
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 - High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
Minimum Management Experience - 1 year