Chef Manager

Role Overview: Be the chef behind Bridgeport Hospital’s new dining transformation. Sodexo is excited to announce a new opportunity at Bridgeport Hospital, a 300+ bed acute care hospital with retail and patient food services and part of the Yale New Haven Health System, located in Bridgeport, CT. As the hospital completes a major renovation of its retail dining space, we are seeking a Chef Manager to lead culinary operations in the brand-new café and market, opening this fall. This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced food service professional with retail culinary expertise and a passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences in a healthcare setting. At Sodexo, we are proud to partner with Bridgeport Hospital to create modern, welcoming dining experiences that support health and well-being. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a newly renovated space and bring your culinary leadership to life in a high-profile hospital environment.    What You'll Do: Serve as the culinary expert and manager for the new café concept, featuring a 5-week cycle menu and diverse retail offerings.Lead and develop a team of 10 frontline hospital staff, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and customer service.Oversee daily operations, including morning prep, menu execution, lunch service, and ongoing retail support.Ensure compliance with food safety standards; ServSafe certification is highly desirable.Collaborate with hospital and Sodexo leadership to drive culinary innovation and customer satisfaction.Maintain operational flexibility with a schedule that may include occasional weekends or varied shifts to support business needs. What We Offer: 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: Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. What You Bring: The Ideal Candidate Will Have:3+ years of retail culinary management experience (healthcare experience a plus).Proven success in leading teams and managing high-volume food operations.Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and quality assurance practices.Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.A passion for hospitality, innovation, and enhancing the dining experience for patients, visitors, and staff. Who We Are: 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 EquivalentMinimum Management Experience - 1 year

Created: 2025-09-21