General Manager / Chef Manager
About The Position
Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a dynamic GM/Chef Manager to lead dining and catering operations at Phillips in Bridgewater, NJ. Be the onsite leader, driving client satisfaction, culinary excellence, and operational success. In this 60% culinary, 40% management role, you'll lead a team of 3 cooks, oversee catering production, manage budgets and food costs, and build strong client partnerships while creating exceptional dining experiences. In this dynamic role, you'll take ownership of daily food and nutrition service operations, balancing hands-on leadership with strategic oversight. You’ll inspire and lead a team, drive performance outcomes, and build meaningful relationships that enhance client and customer satisfaction. Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.
Requirements
- A culinary background with expertise in food production, inventory control, and ordering systems.
- Proven leadership skills with the skillset to build team culture, retain talent, and develop others through coaching and mentorship.
- In-depth knowledge of safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance within food service environments.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities with a track record of managing competing priorities effectively.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with a passion for delivering exceptional service and driving operational results.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent experience
- 2 years Management Experience
- 2 years Related Experience
Responsibilities
- Lead dining and catering operations
- Drive client satisfaction, culinary excellence, and operational success
- Lead a team of 3 cooks
- Oversee catering production
- Manage budgets and food costs
- Build strong client partnerships
- Create exceptional dining experiences
- Take ownership of daily food and nutrition service operations
- Inspire and lead a team
- Drive performance outcomes
- Build meaningful relationships that enhance client and customer satisfaction
- Manage people, set direction and deploy resources
- Responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions
- Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
