Chef Manager

Sodexo is a global leader in providing integrated facilities management and food services, specializing in enhancing quality of life in a variety of sectors including healthcare, education, corporate, and more. With a presence around the world, Sodexo is dedicated to delivering personalized service that enriches the place where people live and work. The company emphasizes a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, fostering diversity and equality, and ensuring employees are respected and valued for their individuality and contributions. At Sodexo, employees can expect opportunities for professional growth, meaningful work that impacts communities positively, and a commitment to environmental and social responsibility.

The position available is for a Chef Manager at Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital in Lexington, KY. This role is integral to Sodexo’s healthcare service offerings, focusing on culinary leadership within a hospital environment. The Chef Manager will lead a dedicated team, balancing their time between hands-on cooking (approximately 75%) and management (approximately 25%). This requires a dynamic leader who is passionate about food service, team development, and delivering exceptional patient and customer experiences. The role is designed to optimize culinary operations by implementing systems and procedures tailored to hospital needs, ensuring food safety, and driving innovative culinary solutions across retail, catering, and patient services.

This position offers a leadership opportunity where one can directly impact the daily experiences of patients and staff through quality food service and efficient team management. The ideal candidate will be skilled in menu creation that aligns with client needs and culinary trends, adept at managing procurement and purchasing, plus skilled at mentoring and guiding frontline staff to meet high standards of service and safety. Sodexo’s compensation is competitive and reflects the experience, skills, education, and training that candidates bring to the role. Additionally, the company offers comprehensive benefits and career development programs to support employee success and well-being. The Chef Manager role is not only vital for culinary excellence but also plays a part in Sodexo’s mission to create a better everyday for everyone it serves.