Sodexo is seeking a Kitchen Manager / Chef Manager for one of our prestigious senior living clients, Solterra Avondale, in Avondale, AZ. This resort-like retirement community is located in a serene desert setting, and has a dedicated team of professionals committed to providing hospitality and compassionate, quality care. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned, entrepreneurial manager who is constantly seeking a better way to conduct business. This key leadership position is directly responsible for the successful operation of dining services.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, while ensuring adherence to established recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards.

- Supervise and train kitchen staff, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient and smooth operations.

- Collaborate with the executive chef and sous chef to develop innovative and enticing menus that reflect current culinary trends and meet customer preferences.

- Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and maintain proper storage and rotation of food items to minimize waste and ensure freshness.

- Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.

- Foster a positive and professional work atmosphere, promoting teamwork, open communication, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.

- Stay updated on industry trends and new cooking techniques, and share knowledge and expertise with the team to promote continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

- Proven experience as a Chef Manager or similar role in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality establishment.

- Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques, flavor profiles, and food presentation.

- Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team.

- Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a keen eye for detail.

- Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation practices, ensuring a clean and safe kitchen environment.

- Exceptional creativity, with the ability to develop unique and appealing dishes.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members and provide excellent customer service.

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

Basic Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED or equivalent
Basic Management Experience - 1 year

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.