Job Description

Great ingredients, culinary innovation and nourishing inspiration provide meaning to your life’s work.

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a Chef Manager with prior culinary supervisory/management skills and hands-on food production experience to join our team at FIS in Brown Deer, Wisconsin Additional responsibilities include but not limited to menu planning, catering, food and labor cost, food ordering, preparation and storage, inventory, payroll, client and customer interaction, cash management, safety and HACCP compliance. Ideal candidate will have excellent customer and client communication skills. Final candidate must be able to manage a team and be hands on with all aspect of running a business.

Incentives

This is a Monday-Friday operation service breakfast, lunch and caterings. Closed on weekends and holidays with NO evenings.

What You'll Do

• Lead all front and back-of-house operations, including daily food service and catering activities

• Plan menus and manage food programs, including ordering, preparation, inventory control, and storage

• Maintain consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation across all service times

• Monitor and control food and labor costs to meet budgetary goals

• Oversee team management of 4 hourly employees, including scheduling, payroll oversight, training, and performance development

• Ensure compliance with HACCP guidelines and maintain safety and sanitation standards throughout the operation

• Perform daily kitchen inspections and drive continuous improvement in safety and cleanliness

• Develop strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction through proactive communication and service excellence

• Identify and implement new systems and programs to improve efficiency and elevate the dining experience

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 service or culinary leadership

• Expertise in menu development, kitchen operations, inventory management, and cost control

• Effective leader and coach with the ability to develop and motivate staff

• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for building lasting client and customer relationships

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 – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.