Culinary Manager 2, Regional Operations Support / ROSI

Sodexo•New Albany, PA

About The Position

Sodexo Senior Living is seeking a Culinary Manager, Regional Support to join our team of professionals in the Northeast market. This is a travel role, and we're looking for someone based in the upstate/eastern New York area. We are seeking a talented individual who will commit to the challenges of creating and delivering an operational-culinary-driven fine-dining experience. This is a hands-on operations role requiring previous experience managing food production, with retail & fine dining menu knowledge and fine dining a la carte experience. This is a highly visible position and will interface with the residents and clients daily. This role is both a front of house and back of house manager role, and the right candidate will have experience managing both sides of the operation and be comfortable moving back and forth. This is a temporary role that will last up to an 18-month assignment. While in a full-time support role you are encouraged to apply to permanent roles at any Sodexo location. Hours vary depending on business needs. Will work 10 days on / 4 days off for overnight travel and 5 days on / 2 days off for local travel. Travel is 90% throughout the east coast through CT, NY, MA, or NJ as business needs. You may expense your travel mileage and hotel stays

Requirements

two or more years of food service management experience; prior healthcare or contract management experience is a plus
strong culinary knowledge
continuously update industry knowledge on current food trends and ingredients, making sure they lead the way in innovation and originality
have financial acumen and a good level of computer literacy
are enthusiastic, confident and warm, with a positive approach to tasks with a can-do attitude and impeccable attention to detail
Must have a valid driver's license.
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 3 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in facilities (e.g., maintenance, plant operations, engineering services, grounds, custodial/environmental, or transportation) or food (e.g., food services or operations, concessions, retail sales, store operations, or vending) or HTM

Nice To Haves

prior healthcare or contract management experience is a plus

Responsibilities

direct and supervise kitchen as well as dining room operations and designated back of house and front of house staff
ensure that the highest possible standards of food handling and preparation are achieved
control and ensure the company's and client's financial targets are achieved
engage with peers, colleagues and residents in a manner that invites interaction and feedback.