Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $49,100.00 - $74,470.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision care
wellness programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off
company holidays
Career growth opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Job Description
Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, committed to improving the everyday experiences of the communities and organizations it serves. Known for providing integrated facilities management and food service solutions across various sectors including healthcare, education, corporate, and government, Sodexo consistently upholds its mission to deliver excellence, innovation, and sustainability. With a presence in numerous countries and a workforce dedicated to excellence and integrity, Sodexo creates environments where employees, clients, and customers all thrive. At Bridgeport Hospital, a premier 500-bed acute care facility located in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Sodexo operates a critical culinary service that supports patient recovery... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum education requirement - High School Diploma or GED or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years of culinary experience in high-volume settings
- Prior supervisory or management experience
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred
- Experience in healthcare food service environment preferred
- Current ServSafe certification or ability to obtain upon hire
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of culinary experience in a high-volume setting such as a large restaurant, corporate dining, or institutional food service
- Prior supervisory or management experience
- Culinary degree or a degree in Food Service Management preferred or equivalent professional experience
- Experience in hospital or healthcare food service environment is a significant plus
- Current ServSafe certification or ability to obtain immediately upon hire
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a culinary management team
Job Duties
- Oversee daily preparation and execution of meals for patient services, retail venues, and catering events, ensuring consistency, quality, and timely service
- Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and taste while enforcing HACCP, ServSafe, and Sodexo food safety protocols
- Directly manage, coach, schedule, and develop 8-10 frontline culinary staff and food service workers
- Collaborate with Executive Chef and Retail Chef Manager to manage inventory, control food costs, and optimize kitchen labor and workflow efficiency
- Ensure all recipes and menus are precisely followed, including adherence to therapeutic diets and dietary restrictions
- Manage ordering, receiving, and storage of food and supplies, minimizing waste and maintaining stock levels
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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