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The General Manager / Chef Manager at Sodexo in Greenville is primarily responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the food services at Park 37. This includes managing the budget, client relationships, and leading a team of 2 hourly employees. Additionally, about 60% of the role involves hands-on work such as menu planning, ordering, inventory management, and catering production.

To qualify for the General Manager / Chef Manager position at Sodexo, you need a minimum of an Associate's Degree or equivalent professional experience coupled with at least two years of management and functional experience in the culinary field. Strong customer service skills, culinary expertise, attention to detail, and basic accounting skills are also essential.

The General Manager / Chef Manager at Sodexo in Greenville works a schedule from Monday to Friday, 6 am to 4 pm. This role does not require evening or weekend shifts, making it perfect for those seeking a balanced work-life dynamic.

Sodexo values employee development and offers extensive opportunities for career growth within the General Manager / Chef Manager role. From tuition reimbursement programs to various training and skill enhancement workshops, you’ll find plenty of ways to advance your career within the company.

Sodexo emphasizes diversity and inclusion as core values, promoting a respectful environment where every employee, including the General Manager / Chef Manager, feels valued and heard. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities, ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly regardless of their background.

When answering this question, provide specific examples from your previous roles where you successfully managed food service operations. Highlight your ability to oversee budgets, staff, and inventory while maintaining high service quality.

Discuss your strategies for creating menus that cater to various dietary needs and preferences. Mention how you conduct market research, assess customer feedback, and stay updated with culinary trends to ensure satisfaction for all clients.

Focus on a specific scenario where you transformed a challenging client relationship into a positive one. Explain the steps you took to communicate effectively, address concerns, and implement solutions that ultimately benefited both the client and the operation.

Describe your leadership style and how you foster a collaborative environment. Provide examples of mentorship, training, or team-building activities that you have implemented to develop your team effectively and enhance morale.

Outline your understanding of food safety regulations and how you implement them in your kitchen. Discuss training staff on hygiene practices, conducting regular inspections, and staying compliant with local health regulations.

Discuss your strategies for effective inventory management, such as inventory tracking systems and forecasting demand to minimize waste. Provide examples of processes you've set in place that have successfully reduced waste in your previous roles.

Focus on your experience with budgeting, cost control, and financial forecasting. Discuss any specific tools or software you’ve used to track finances and how this expertise will benefit the operations as a General Manager / Chef Manager.

Reflect on Sodexo's commitment to quality of life, customer service, and community involvement. Share how these values resonate with you and your career goals, and how you can contribute to the company’s mission as a General Manager / Chef Manager.

Emphasize the importance of open communication and approachability in managing feedback. Provide examples of how you have successfully implemented constructive feedback to improve service or team dynamics.

Provide a detailed account of a catering event where you played a key role. Describe the planning process, execution, and how you ensured the event met client expectations, including any challenges you overcame.