Senior Manager, Culinary Operations

Sodexo is a global leader in providing integrated food services and facilities management, committed to enhancing quality of life and creating better everyday experiences for clients and their communities. With a diverse portfolio spanning corporate, healthcare, education, and remote services, Sodexo prides itself on delivering excellence through innovation, sustainability, and superior customer service. Recognized worldwide for its dedication to social and environmental progress, the company fosters an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

The Senior Manager, Culinary Operations role based in Seattle, WA, is an exceptional opportunity for a culinary professional passionate about transforming corporate dining experiences. This leadership position is central to elevating high-end dining offerings across a wide district portfolio, combining strategic culinary innovation with operational excellence. The individual in this role will serve as the culinary visionary and operational leader, tasked with pioneering menu development, ensuring sustainable sourcing, and maintaining impeccable food safety standards. By driving forward trend-forward menus and signature in-house concepts, the Senior Manager will position Sodexo as an industry leader in premium corporate hospitality.

This role is designed for a dynamic culinary strategist with a strong business acumen. The Senior Manager will use market research, sales analytics, and vendor insights to craft tactical recommendations that optimize profitability while exceeding guest expectations. Operational benchmarks and training protocols will be developed and executed under this role's guidance to uphold consistent quality and performance. Beyond the numbers and menus, this role places a strong emphasis on people leadership, mentoring kitchen teams to cultivate a culture of high performance and service excellence.

At its core, this position demands an unwavering commitment to food safety and sanitation compliance, defining the highest standards across all culinary operations and setting benchmarks that inspire confidence and trust among clients and guests. The Senior Manager will work closely with corporate clients and general managers to ensure culinary programs are perfectly aligned with the client’s brand and workplace culture, reinforcing lasting partnerships and satisfaction.

This full-time position offers competitive compensation, which is thoughtfully determined by individual experience, education, and skills. Sodexo’s comprehensive benefits package underscores its commitment to employee well-being, including medical, dental, vision care, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional growth opportunities. New hires receive detailed information about these benefits to support a balanced and fulfilling career journey.

Joining Sodexo as a Senior Manager, Culinary Operations means stepping into a role that is pivotal not only in shaping the food service landscape but also in impacting the overall workplace culture through innovative culinary leadership. This role offers the chance to leave a significant imprint on the future of corporate hospitality by leading with vision, integrity, and a passion for excellence.