Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager to lead culinary and catering operations for the Long Branch School District in Long Branch, NJ. We’re looking for a hands‑on culinary leader with strong kitchen management experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to inspire and develop teams across multiple school sites.
In this role, you’ll oversee daily food production for 10 schools, maintain high standards for quality and safety, and support a welcoming, student‑focused dining experience. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, and thrives in a fast‑paced K‑12 environment with strong community engagement.
At Sodexo, we deliver food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions to partnered K‑12 schools. Joining us at one of our district sites means fostering healthy learning environments and positively influencing student well‑being and performance.
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring:At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements:Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
Minimum Management Experience - 1 year