General Manager / Chef Manager

Role Overview: GM / Chef Manager – Corporate DiningLocation: Overland, KSSalary: 70K plus bonus Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a hands‑on, customer‑focused GM/Chef Manager to lead one of our dynamic corporate dining accounts in Overland, KS. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary‑driven manager who enjoys balancing great food, great service, and great business results. About the OperationThis account features a streamlined and welcoming program that includes:1 Corporate Café with 3 stations (Breakfast & Lunch only!)Catering operationsMicro‑marketOffice Coffee Services (OCS)Enjoy the stability of Monday–Friday daytime hours with a few evenings and weekends a year while leading a small but impactful team.  Why You’ll Love This RoleDaytime schedule — few evenings and weekends a yearBlend of culinary creativity and operational leadershipOpportunity to truly own the program as the #1 on-site leaderSupportive corporate structure with room for growthHighly engaged client and a positive work environmentAbility to balance culinary production with administrative tasksSkilled in ordering, inventory, payroll, scheduling, and daily operations Incentives: Predominately a M-F schedule, with some evenings and weekends What You'll Do: Your Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain a strong client relationshipManage all financials including budget, forecasting, and cost controlsLead menu planning, ordering, and inventoryDrive catering production and ensure quality executionBalance duties as 70% hands-on Chef and 30% administrative leaderOversee food & labor cost standardsManage and motivate a team of 4 hourly employeesHandle HR-related responsibilities including scheduling, payroll, and trainingThis is a perfect role for a chef who enjoys leading an operation end-to-end and making a daily impact. 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: Ability to lead a kitchen with strong cooking skills (70% hands-on)Experience managing budgets, forecasting, food & labor cost controlAbility to lead, motivate, and develop a small team (4 hourly employees)Strong communication and interpersonal abilitiesAbility to build trust and maintain a positive partnership with the client 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 - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 years         Minimum Functional Experience  - 2 years

Created: 2026-03-01