General Manager / Chef Manager

Role Overview General Manager / Chef Manager

• Corporate Dining Excellence Allentown, PA | 🕒 Monday-Friday | No Nights or Weekends Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a dynamic General Manager / Chef Manager to lead culinary operations at a prestigious corporate account in Allentown, PA.

This is a weekday-only opportunity—perfect for culinary professionals who value work-life balance without sacrificing career growth. As the on-site leader and executive chef , you'll oversee a vibrant food program that includes: A full-service Corporate Café serving breakfast and lunch Catering operations for high-profile meetings and events Two Micro-Markets (one on-site, one nearby) Why Join Us?

Leadership Role :

Be the #1 on-site decision-maker and culinary visionary

Creative Freedom :

Design menus, lead catering, and innovate grab-and-go offerings

Impactful Work :

Build relationships with clients and lead a dedicated team

Balanced Schedule :

Enjoy your evenings and weekends off

Growth Potential :

Develop your skills in both culinary and operational management Incentives M-F 6am to 4pm with some evenings, no weekends What You'll Do Build and maintain strong client relationships Manage budgets, ordering, and inventory Lead and inspire a team of 3 hourly employees Oversee menu planning, catering production , and micro-market offerings Maintain a 70/30 split between hands-on culinary work and administrative duties Handle HR-related tasks including scheduling and team development 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 Ideal Candidate You're a passionate culinary leader with a knack for operations, a love for fresh food, and a desire to make a difference in a corporate setting. You thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy being both strategic and hands-on. Ready to bring your culinary leadership to a role that values your creativity and your time? Apply today and join Sodexo in delivering exceptional dining experiences! 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