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Food Production Manager 3– SodexoMagic
Location: Georgetown/Lexington, KY
Salary: $75,000 annually

Lead by Doing. Inspire Through Action. Grow with Purpose.

SodexoMagic is seeking a dynamic Food Production Manager to join our team at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky (TMMK) — Toyota’s largest vehicle production facility in the world — located in Georgetown, KY , just north of Lexington. This is a high-visibility role at a flagship manufacturing campus, serving thousands of team members daily in one of the most fast-paced and operationally complex environments in corporate dining.

Georgetown i s a growing, family-friendly city in the heart of Kentucky’s Bluegrass Region , known for its welcoming community, scenic horse farms, historic downtown charm, and proximity to Lexington’s thriving culinary and cultural scene. It’s an ideal place to build a career and enjoy a high quality of life.

In this production-focused culinary leadership role, you’ll report to the Campus Executive Chef and play a critical part in daily kitchen execution, food quality, and back-of-house operations. With over $3.5 million in annual volume , this is a unique opportunity to lead from the front and make a daily impact at a showcase account.

Incentives

This position offers relocation assistance to help make your transition to the Georgetown/Lexington area smooth and hassle-free.

What You'll Do

• Oversee daily production across multiple café and catering platforms
• Lead and inspire culinary teams to deliver fresh, flavorful, and high-quality meals at scale
• Uphold safety, sanitation, and HAACP compliance with precision
• Support training, coaching, and development of the culinary team
• Execute consistently in a fast-paced environment focused on excellence and innovation

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 hands-on culinary leader with strong production and batch cooking experience
• Proven ability to lead teams in high-volume food operations
• Deep knowledge of back-of-house systems, safety standards, and kitchen workflow
• A team-first mindset with a passion for developing others and leading by example

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 experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

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