Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $21.67 - $29.25
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
Job Description
Sodexo is a global leader in providing food services and facilities management solutions across various sectors including corporate, education, healthcare, and events. With a commitment to enhancing quality of life and creating meaningful experiences for both customers and employees, Sodexo operates with a strong focus on community impact, sustainability, and employee development. The company fosters a culture of respect, inclusion, and belonging where every individual is valued and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. With operations worldwide, Sodexo supports diverse clients through integrated solutions tailored to meet their unique needs. The company offers comprehensive benefits, development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that allows employees to thrive and grow in their careers.
Located at the Alliant Energy Center, the full-time Culinary Supervisor position at Sodexo offers a dynamic and impactful role within a high-volume food service environment. The pay range for this position is $21.67 to $29.25 per hour, reflecting the responsibility and expertise required. This role involves hands-on supervision of daily food production and kitchen operations to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with culinary and safety standards. The Culinary Supervisor acts as the primary working supervisor, supporting Senior Cooks and assisting Sous Chefs and Executive Chefs in managing production plans and service requirements.
The position requires coordinating culinary staff, monitoring production schedules, enforcing standardized recipes and portion controls, and maintaining safe and efficient kitchen operations. The supervisor actively participates in food preparation while directing workflow and reinforcing operational protocols. Given the varying shifts, including some weekends and holidays, this role demands flexibility and a strong leadership presence to adapt to different kitchen structures, service models, and event volumes. The Culinary Supervisor plays a crucial part in onboarding and training culinary team members, ensuring they are aligned with company standards and equipped to deliver exceptional service. This role not only ensures operational excellence but also helps foster a positive team environment that values safety, efficiency, and quality in every aspect of culinary service.
Located at the Alliant Energy Center, the full-time Culinary Supervisor position at Sodexo offers a dynamic and impactful role within a high-volume food service environment. The pay range for this position is $21.67 to $29.25 per hour, reflecting the responsibility and expertise required. This role involves hands-on supervision of daily food production and kitchen operations to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with culinary and safety standards. The Culinary Supervisor acts as the primary working supervisor, supporting Senior Cooks and assisting Sous Chefs and Executive Chefs in managing production plans and service requirements.
The position requires coordinating culinary staff, monitoring production schedules, enforcing standardized recipes and portion controls, and maintaining safe and efficient kitchen operations. The supervisor actively participates in food preparation while directing workflow and reinforcing operational protocols. Given the varying shifts, including some weekends and holidays, this role demands flexibility and a strong leadership presence to adapt to different kitchen structures, service models, and event volumes. The Culinary Supervisor plays a crucial part in onboarding and training culinary team members, ensuring they are aligned with company standards and equipped to deliver exceptional service. This role not only ensures operational excellence but also helps foster a positive team environment that values safety, efficiency, and quality in every aspect of culinary service.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred
- Minimum of 2-4 years of culinary experience required
- Prior lead cook or kitchen leadership experience preferred
- Experience in high-volume, multi-outlet, or event-based culinary operations preferred
- Working knowledge of batch cooking and just-in-time production methods preferred
- Ability to read and execute production sheets, prep lists, and event orders
- Food handler or food safety certification required where applicable
- ServSafe Manager or equivalent certification required where applicable
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred
- Minimum of 2-4 years of culinary experience required
- Prior lead cook or kitchen leadership experience preferred
- Experience in high-volume, multi-outlet, or event-based culinary operations preferred
- Working knowledge of batch cooking and just-in-time production methods preferred
- Ability to read and execute production sheets, prep lists, and event orders
- Food handler or food safety certification required where applicable
- ServSafe Manager or equivalent certification required where applicable
Job Duties
- Support onboarding and on-the-job training of culinary team members
- Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push, and pull, and frequently lift and move up to 35 pounds
- Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds
- Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
- Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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