Chef Manager

SAGE Dining Services • Argyle, TX

14d • $60,000

About The Position

Are you a passionate culinary professional eager to find the perfect balance between work and life? Do you thrive in vibrant, fast-paced environments and dream of making a meaningful difference within a supportive team? If so, we can't wait to hear from you!
SAGE Dining Services® is seeking a Chef Manager to lead our bustling culinary program in Argyle, TX. In this exciting new role, you'll have the opportunity to inspire and mentor a talented team, crafting delicious, nutritious meals while enjoying a lively, energetic atmosphere.
The ideal candidate will foster strong community relationships, create delightful menus that bring joy to our guests, deliver memorable dining experiences, manage inventory with care, and empower our talented kitchen staff to shine.
This is more than just a job; it's a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving organization that truly values professional growth and development.
Are you ready to take your culinary career to new heights in a place that celebrates creativity, passion, and excellence? Apply today, and let's embark on this exciting culinary adventure together!
As a Manager with SAGE, you'll lead a talented culinary team in a collaborative environment where passionate people come together to create great food and feed the future.
At SAGE, Managers do more than oversee operations. They shape the dining experience for students, faculty, and staff with fresh, chef-inspired menus made from scratch. You'll guide your team, build strong client relationships, and make a lasting impact.
We offer better work-life balance than restaurants, as well as ongoing training and real opportunities to grow. If you're excited about food, leadership, and making a difference, SAGE is the place for you!

Requirements

• Customer service skills
• High end catering and high-volume banquet experience.
• Substantial culinary knowledge: trends, techniques, and processes.
• Menu planning and production experience.
• Minimum five years culinary experience.
• Minimum five years managing others in the kitchen.
• Ability to lead, not manage others and to mentor the team.
• Desire to mentor the team and lift others to continue a culture of extreme ownership.
• Happy disposition, both for community and team interactions.
• Awesome references and solid resume.
• Current ServSafe® certification, as well as local health department certification, where required.

Responsibilities

• Plan cycle menus and lead daily production (hands on).
• Enforce safety protocols and lead by example.
• Deliver an outstanding example of customer service to your team and to the community we serve.
• Manage ordering and inventory.
• Deliver incredible catering events rivaling 5 star restaurants.
• Participate in the interviewing, hiring, training and ongoing mentoring of the team.
• Participate in general location management with the Food Service management team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Collaborative environment.
• Emphasis on training and development.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Mission based company with values you trust.
• Appreciative community.
• Tremendous amount of resources and tools at your fingertips.
• Management Team Members enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options; company-paid short-term disability; company-paid life insurance; supplemental life insurance; long-term disability; a 401(k) with company match; a discount buying program; an employee assistance program; paid holidays and personal days; and benefits through the SAGE Foundation, including access to apply for academic scholarships for dependents and disaster assistance. All Team Members accrue sick time, and full-time Team Members accrue vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees