General Manager / Chef Manager

Sodexo • Summerville, SC

2d • $56,270 - $72,820 • Onsite

About The Position

Join Sodexo as a GM/Chef Manager at Pinewood Preparatory School in beautiful Summerville, South Carolina, just minutes from historic Charleston. This position leads a high-quality culinary program in a premier independent school known for strong academics and a vibrant community. Reporting to the District Manager, you will oversee all aspects of dining operations, including culinary execution, financial performance, and client satisfaction while leading a small on-site team. At Sodexo, we deliver food, nutrition, environmental and facilities management solutions to partnered K-12 schools. Joining us at one of our school sites means fostering healthy learning environments and positively influencing the students’ well-being and performance.

Requirements

• Experience managing culinary or food service operations
• Strong financial acumen with ability to create and manage budgets
• Knowledge of food safety standards and compliance requirements
• Leadership experience with employee engagement and team development
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
• Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years

Nice To Haves

• ServSafe Certification

Responsibilities

• Lead daily execution of culinary and dining operations
• Oversee food production, menu planning, and quality standards
• Manage inventory, food safety, and regulatory compliance
• Drive financial performance, including budgeting and cost controls
• Build, train, and engage a team of 6–8 employees
• Manage retail and catering programs while ensuring client satisfaction

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree