Senior Manager, Culinary Offer Implementation

Sodexo • San Jose, CA

10d

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Culinary Offer Implementation plays a critical leadership role within the Good Eating Company, guiding the delivery of culinary excellence across a portfolio of Bay Area operations. This position provides strategic direction, hands‑on culinary support, and expert guidance to ensure that all locations consistently meet the highest standards of food quality, innovation, and operational performance.
With a strong focus on growth, profitability, and client satisfaction, this leader partners closely with senior leadership, operations teams, and culinary talent to implement culinary standards, elevate food programs, and drive continuous improvement. The Senior Manager serves as a trusted advisor and subject‑matter expert, shaping the culinary identity of the region while supporting new business, openings, and strategic initiatives.
This role requires regular travel throughout the Bay Area and the flexibility to support multiple sites with varying needs.

Requirements

• Deep culinary expertise with the ability to translate technique, flavor, and food philosophy into scalable, operationally sound programs.
• A strong restaurant and hospitality foundation, bringing an elevated point of view on food quality, guest experience, and modern culinary trends.
• Sharp retail and menu analysis skills that support smart decision‑making, cost control, and product optimization across diverse accounts.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, enabling them to coach, influence, and inspire teams at all levels.
• A proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset, with the confidence to navigate ambiguity, solve complex challenges, and drive continuous improvement.
• Proven success working within a matrixed leadership environment, balancing strategic priorities with hands‑on support while maintaining strong cross‑functional partnerships.
• Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Functional Experience - 3 years

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of culinary standards, systems, and best practices across all assigned Bay Area accounts to ensure consistency, quality, and operational excellence.
• Drive profitable growth by developing, communicating, and executing culinary initiatives that elevate food quality, streamline operations, and strengthen the overall guest experience.
• Serve as the culinary subject‑matter expert, providing strategic guidance, hands‑on support, and innovative solutions to address business challenges and market opportunities.
• Ensure purchasing compliance and product optimization, meeting targets for product rationalization, cost control, and alignment with enterprise culinary strategy.
• Develop and deliver training programs that strengthen culinary skills, sanitation practices, and operational capabilities across management and culinary teams.
• Support sales, proposals, and new account openings by contributing technical culinary expertise, menu development, and on‑site launch support.

Benefits

• 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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees