Chef Manager

Chef Manager Corporate Dining | Sodexo @ Acushnet (Lakeville, MA)

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a dynamic and hands-on Chef Manager to lead our culinary operations at one of our Acushnet locations in Lakeville, MA , In addition, the Chef Manager will support the Grab and Go program for another location 10 minutes away. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate food service professional who thrives in a fast-paced, independent environment.

What Youll Oversee:

• A corporate cafe serving breakfast and lunch and open from 8am to 3pm
• Catering services for meetings and events
• A 24/7 micro-market (unmanned)

As the sole salaried manager on-site , youll be responsible for the full scope of daily operations, leading a dedicated team of 3 hourly staff (2 cooks and 1 utility worker).

• Lead and inspire your team with strong kitchen leadership
• Execute and adapt corporate menus with creativity and precision
• Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost controls
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Balance hands-on culinary work (60%) with administrative duties (40%)
• Plan menus and coordinate catering events
• Maintain a high standard of quality and customer satisfaction

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 a production kitchen or similar high-volume environment
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities
• Passion for food and service excellence

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 youre 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