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Chef Manager

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Compensation
$59–76K/yr
Location
NEW HAVEN, CT
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager to support food operations at Adams Neurosciences Center at Yale New Haven Hospital’s Saint Raphael Campus. The manager will lead culinary operations, develop employees, oversee purchasing, and create menus suited to client preferences and nutritional standards. The role includes managing kitchen and catering operations and union employees in a healthcare setting. The stated annual pay range is $58,735 to $76,010.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Culinary ExpertiseHigh-Volume Kitchen OperationsLeadershipTeam MentoringMenu PlanningComputer SystemsProblem SolvingProcess ImprovementServSafeHACCP

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience1 Year Management Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager to support food operations for Adams Neurosciences Center at Yale New Haven Hospital - Saint Raphael Campus.

Adams Neurosciences Center at Yale New Haven Hospital - Saint Raphael Campus is a major destination neurosciences facility scheduled to open to patients in early 2027.

About the job

Take on a leadership position where your vision and expertise will drive culinary excellence. You’ll lead the charge in standardizing operations, fostering team development, and crafting innovative menus that meet diverse client needs, all while building strong partnerships that elevate the dining experience.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $58735 per year - $76010 per year

What’s in it for you

  • Lead the implementation of streamlined culinary systems that boost consistency and operational success.

  • Inspire and mentor a dedicated team, shaping future leaders and promoting professional growth.

  • Oversee procurement and purchasing to ensure top-quality ingredients and cost- effective sourcing.

  • Design menus that balance creativity with client preferences and nutritional standards.

  • Champion fresh, innovative culinary ideas that keep dining experiences exciting and relevant.

  • Cultivate meaningful relationships with clients through exceptional service and collaboration.

  • Play a key role in shaping culinary strategy and driving continuous improvement across your area.

What you’ll bring

Lead food production, kitchen and catering operations, and 10-20 union employees while ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and employee development in a premier healthcare setting.

  • Extensive culinary expertise with a proven track record in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environments.

  • Leadership and management skills, with experience mentoring teams and driving professional development.

  • Advanced menu planning abilities combined with a deep understanding of current culinary trends and client preferences.

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with proficiency in computer systems to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.

  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to implement processes independently that improve productivity and consistency.

  • ServSafe certification and solid working knowledge of HACCP principles to ensure food safety and compliance.

Requirements

  • Education Requirement: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience

  • Management Experience: 1 year

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 Programs

  • 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

  • Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

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. (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab)

How this job compares

Set against the 1,049 open Food Service Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$59–76K/yr
  • US median$62–75K/yr540 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $67K, is close to the US median midpoint ($68K) — in the middle half of Food Service Manager salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 11 open Food Service Manager jobs in Connecticut and 1,049 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Food Service Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (651 postings).
Education
28 of the 1,049 open Food Service Manager jobs (3%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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