Chef/Kitchen Manager - Quick Hire!

Sodexo Live! is a leading provider of hospitality services renowned for delivering exceptional experiences at a wide range of venues including airport lounges, stadiums, arenas, convention and conference centers, zoos, museums, and more. Operating within the metro Atlanta area, Sodexo Live! caters to the needs of thousands of local clients by offering high-quality, ready-to-eat meals prepared and delivered from a large, well-equipped commissary kitchen. This positions Sodexo Live! not only as a food service company but also as a key player in the hospitality and event services industry, dedicated to creating lasting memories and bringing people together through exceptional food and service. The company prides itself on its commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, making it a preferred employer for culinary and hospitality professionals seeking dynamic and rewarding opportunities. Sodexo Live! emphasizes inclusivity and diversity as core values, ensuring a work environment where every employee is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives to the team. By integrating food services with facilities management and catering solutions globally, Sodexo Live! continues to influence the hospitality sector positively. The role of the Chef/Kitchen Manager is central to the successful operation of Sodexo Live!'s commissary kitchen. This position involves overseeing the entire production process of meals and grab 'n' go items that are packed for delivery and distribution across various locations. The Chef/Kitchen Manager is responsible not only for food production and quality but also for ensuring strict compliance with Sodexo Culinary standards, including recipe adherence and food presentation. Ensuring food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards such as HACCP are strictly followed is a critical aspect of this role. This role requires a motivated leader who can develop and inspire a kitchen team of 10 to 15 associates. The Chef/Kitchen Manager must have solid culinary and managerial experience, excellent mentoring and communication skills, and a passion for food and service. Working hours typically are scheduled from either 10 AM to 6 PM or 9 AM to 5 PM, including at least one weekend day, which reflects the operational demands and flexibility needed within the hospitality industry. Sodexo Live! offers a competitive and equitable compensation package that factors in a candidate's education, skills, and experience. The company also provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision care programs, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, opportunities for career growth, and tuition reimbursement. These offerings demonstrate Sodexo Live!'s commitment to the well-being and professional development of its employees, making it an attractive workplace for culinary professionals who value stability and growth. Overall, this position is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional with supervisory experience who is eager to lead a high-volume commissary kitchen in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. The role combines operational responsibilities with team leadership and offers an environment that supports ongoing development, culinary innovation, and a positive workplace culture within one of the most respected organizations in the hospitality services industry.

• high school diploma or GED or equivalent
• minimum management experience of 1 year
• supervisory culinary background
• strong leadership and communication skills
• knowledge of culinary trends
• prior kitchen management experience
• ability to motivate and develop a team