Are you passionate about food and are looking for a job opportunity with a lifestyle roster that gives you work-life balance? At Sodexo, we’re expanding our team and seeking service-driven individuals to join us as Chef Managers/Village Managers. This is your chance to work with a global facilities management leader while enjoying the benefits of a 14 days on, 14 days off roster based in South Australia

What you’ll do:

Manage staffing in consultation with the Operations Manager

Work closely with the Operations Manager to develop and implement cost minimization measures where possible.

Oversee housekeeping team and front of house procedures

Rostering & leading on site teams

Daily reporting

Technical troubleshooting for clients and other departments as necessary

With your Chef background, your role goes beyond the kitchen—you're a vital part of resident wellbeing. Key responsibilities include:

Leading bulk cooking operations on remote sites with top-tier quality and safety standards.

Managing operations profitability, budgets, and food quality standards (HACCP compliance).

Fostering team growth in a dynamic, diverse environment while maintaining client relationships.

What you bring:

If you’re an enthusiastic, customer-focused professional with a Chef background, have strong leadership capabilities, along with the ability to be hands across daily operational administration matters; we’d love to hear from you. To qualify, you'll need:

Australian Citizenship or full Australian working rights.

Trade Certificate or Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.

Proven experience across management and in mass-catering environments, including preparing meals for breakfast, dinner, crib, and pastries.

HACCP expertise combined with strong leadership and organisational skills.

A passion for driving high-quality culinary experiences.

What we offer:

At Sodexo, we care about our people. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

A permanent role with stability and career growth opportunities

A highly competitive annual wage with consistent hours, paid leave, and superannuation

Full accommodation and meals covered while on-site so you can save while you work!

A structured onboarding and induction program to set you up for success

Exclusive employee benefits, discounts, and a recognition program

A welcoming team culture and supportive workplace

Why choose Sodexo?

Sodexo is a people-first business employing over 400,000 individuals globally, with 5000+ across Australia.

Our chefs are at the heart of what we do, and we are committed to providing opportunities for chefs who are as passionate about food as we are.

Providing delicious and nutritious meals to fuel and delight our customers is one of the many ways we help create a home away from home on our remote sites.

We have a well-respected culinary history – demonstrated by our Love of Food.

We attract top culinary talent

At Sodexo, we believe that your everyday actions have a big impact—on individuals, the community, and the planet. When you work with us, you belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals of diverse ages, genders, ethnicities, and those with disabilities.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're ready to elevate your culinary career and enjoy unrivaled perks while working in an enthralling, collaborative role, we'd love to hear from you!

Join the Sodexo family and be part of building a better everyday—for everyone.

Apply Today

For more information, visit our careers page.

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