General Manager / Chef Manager

Sodexo

$75K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 2 years of management experience
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant functional experience
  • Experience in corporate dining or catering environments preferred
  • Strong organizational skills and flexibility in adjusting priorities

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the top leader on-site, managing all operational aspects
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with Fabletics stakeholders
  • Oversee financial performance including budgeting and cost control
  • Lead, develop, and support a team of 4 hourly employees
  • Drive the catering program from production to execution
  • Create and execute innovative and fresh menus
  • Manage ordering, inventory, and food cost controls
  • Balance management duties (70%) with culinary tasks (30%)

Benefits

  • 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
Full Job Description
Role Overview

General Manager / Chef Manager - Sodexo Corporate Services

Location: Fabletics Headquarters | El Segundo, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM (rare evenings/weekends)

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a General Manager / Chef Manager to lead our food program at the Fabletics campus in El Segundo. This is a unique hybrid leadership role for a hands-on culinary professional who also excels in business operations and client engagement.

As the site leader, you'll have full ownership of the operation-bringing together your passion for food, leadership, and service to create an outstanding guest experience.

About the Operation
  • Corporate café serving breakfast and lunch
  • Catering program supporting meetings and events
  • Small coffee bar connected to the café
  • Peak business Tuesday-Thursday, with lighter volume Monday & Friday


Incentives

M-F 6am to 4pm. Rare evenings or weekends

What You'll Do

In this high-impact role, you will:
  • Serve as the #1 leader on site, managing all aspects of the operation
  • Build and maintain a strong client relationship with Fabletics stakeholders
  • Oversee financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
  • Lead, develop, and support a team of 4 hourly employees
  • Drive the catering program, including production, logistics, and execution
  • Create and execute innovative, fresh menus
  • Manage ordering, inventory, and food cost controls
  • Balance priorities in a dynamic environment (70% management / 30% culinary)


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.

What You Bring

  • A proven leader with a "can-do" attitude who thrives in a fast-paced setting
  • A hands-on chef-manager who enjoys both the kitchen and operational leadership
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to pivot and adjust priorities
  • Experience in corporate dining, catering, or similar environments preferred
  • Passion for delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service


Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years

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