Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $104,550.00 - $135,300.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
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 enhancing the client experience through food service, facilities management, and other integrated solutions. Sodexo partners with a diverse range of clients worldwide, dedicating its expertise to making everyday life better for individuals, communities, and organizations. With a focus on operational excellence, innovation, and sustainability, Sodexo consistently delivers tailored solutions that improve well-being, enrich workplaces, and contribute to social and environmental progress.
Currently, Sodexo is seeking a Director of Culinary to lead its culinary operations within the MedStar Health System, which spans from Baltimore, Maryland to Washington, DC. MedStar Health is a prominent not-for-profit health system renowned for its dedication to caring for people in the Maryland and Washington, DC, region. Regarded for its excellence in medical care, MedStar is also recognized nationally for its commitment to advancing medicine through education, innovation, and research.
The Director of Culinary role is an exciting opportunity for an energetic culinary professional with refined leadership skills and a passion for the culinary arts to provide strategic culinary leadership across all 10 MedStar Health hospital locations. This position is critical for ensuring operational consistency, driving innovation, and fostering an exceptional dining experience for patients, visitors, and staff alike. The leader in this role will oversee diverse culinary programs, including retail dining, catering, and executive dining, ensuring that the highest quality standards are met. They will also be responsible for managing procurement strategies, food production systems, culinary training, and chef development to maintain and elevate service excellence.
Beyond operational leadership, the Director of Culinary will cultivate strong client relationships, promoting customer satisfaction and long-term retention. They will champion Sodexo’s mission, values, and operational standards by driving continuous improvement and adherence to safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance. This role demands a culinary leader who is not only skilled in day-to-day food production but who also excels at team development, food cost management, and innovation in menu design.
The compensation for this position is competitive and takes into account the candidate’s education, experience, skills, and training. Sodexo takes pride in offering a comprehensive benefits package and multiple career growth opportunities. The successful candidate will bring a strong culinary background with experience in upscale restaurant, retail, or catering environments, especially with an appreciation for authentic global cuisine. Exceptional communication skills, multitasking capabilities, and proficiency in food safety protocols, including Servsafe certification and HACCP knowledge, are essential. This role presents an opportunity to lead a talented culinary team while making a meaningful impact on the quality of food service across a major health system.
Currently, Sodexo is seeking a Director of Culinary to lead its culinary operations within the MedStar Health System, which spans from Baltimore, Maryland to Washington, DC. MedStar Health is a prominent not-for-profit health system renowned for its dedication to caring for people in the Maryland and Washington, DC, region. Regarded for its excellence in medical care, MedStar is also recognized nationally for its commitment to advancing medicine through education, innovation, and research.
The Director of Culinary role is an exciting opportunity for an energetic culinary professional with refined leadership skills and a passion for the culinary arts to provide strategic culinary leadership across all 10 MedStar Health hospital locations. This position is critical for ensuring operational consistency, driving innovation, and fostering an exceptional dining experience for patients, visitors, and staff alike. The leader in this role will oversee diverse culinary programs, including retail dining, catering, and executive dining, ensuring that the highest quality standards are met. They will also be responsible for managing procurement strategies, food production systems, culinary training, and chef development to maintain and elevate service excellence.
Beyond operational leadership, the Director of Culinary will cultivate strong client relationships, promoting customer satisfaction and long-term retention. They will champion Sodexo’s mission, values, and operational standards by driving continuous improvement and adherence to safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance. This role demands a culinary leader who is not only skilled in day-to-day food production but who also excels at team development, food cost management, and innovation in menu design.
The compensation for this position is competitive and takes into account the candidate’s education, experience, skills, and training. Sodexo takes pride in offering a comprehensive benefits package and multiple career growth opportunities. The successful candidate will bring a strong culinary background with experience in upscale restaurant, retail, or catering environments, especially with an appreciation for authentic global cuisine. Exceptional communication skills, multitasking capabilities, and proficiency in food safety protocols, including Servsafe certification and HACCP knowledge, are essential. This role presents an opportunity to lead a talented culinary team while making a meaningful impact on the quality of food service across a major health system.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Five years of management experience
- Five years of experience in operations, marketing, or a related field
- Servsafe certified
- Working knowledge of HACCP
- Ability to lead and develop teams
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to manage food costs and inventory
- Experience in culinary operations
- Proven problem-solving abilities
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Five years of management experience
- Five years of experience in operations, marketing, or a related field
- Energetic, polished culinary professional with high end catering and dining experience
- Experience with authentic global cuisine
- Strong production culinary background, ideally in an up-scale restaurant, retail, or catering environment
- Demonstrated experience leading and engaging a culinary team
- Exceptional human resource and supervisory management skills
- Menu planning experience and a strong understanding of current culinary trends
- Ability to communicate effectively to multiple audiences
- Ability to multitask in a high-standards-driven environment
- Strong understanding of forecasting, food cost management, purchasing, inventory and labor management concepts
- Ability to lead, develop and train a team
- Creative and effective problem-solving and project management skills
- Proficient computer skills
- Exceptional organizational and customer service skills
- Servsafe certified
- Working knowledge of HACCP and experience with health and safety audits
- C.E.C. certification a plus
Job Duties
- Lead menu planning, development, and implementation for retail dining, catering, executive dining, and other culinary programs across all locations
- Oversee food production systems, procurement strategies, chef development, and culinary training to ensure operational consistency and excellence
- Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering exceptional service, driving satisfaction, and supporting long-term client retention
- Champion Sodexo's mission, values, and operational standards through effective leadership and continuous process improvement
- Ensure food costs are accurately managed, monitored, and updated to meet financial objectives
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance across all culinary operations
- Lead culinary teams in proper food preparation, cooking techniques, presentation, and service while fostering a culture of engagement and accountability
- Ensure full compliance with HACCP, Gold Check, and all federal, state, and local health department regulations
- Monitor inventory levels and maintain appropriate food par levels to support efficient operations while minimizing waste
- Ensure accurate food labeling, dating, and storage practices in accordance with company and regulatory standards
- Oversee the preparation and execution of special events, executive functions, and catered experiences while maintaining Sodexo's culinary standards
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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