Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a handson Chef Manager to lead daily culinary operations at a manufacturing plant in Decatur, Illinois. This role oversees all kitchen production, food quality, safety standards, and team leadership while delivering a consistent, employeefocused dining experience.
What You'll DoOversee inventory, ordering, vendor relationships, and cost controls
Lead, train, and support a small culinary team in a fastpaced environment
Maintain strong client relationships and deliver excellent customer service
Drive operational efficiency and uphold Sodexo quality and service expectations
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 BringStrong culinary background with experience in volume production or corporate dining
Ability to manage kitchen operations independently and lead a small team
Solid understanding of food safety, ordering, inventory, and cost management
Strong communication skills and a customerfocused mindset
A handson leadership style and commitment to delivering consistent, highquality food
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 .
Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
Minimum Management Experience - 1 year