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Area Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $89,250.00 - $115,500.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision care
wellness programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off
company holidays
Career growth opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, providing integrated facilities management, food services, and other support solutions worldwide. Its Campus Segment focuses specifically on catering to educational institutions, enhancing the dining and operational experiences at universities and schools across the globe. At Sodexo, the goal is to improve the quality of everyday life for their clients and employees, contributing positively to the social, economic, and environmental fabric of communities. The company values diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where every individual is respected and empowered to bring their authentic self to work. Sodexo is committed to offering... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Minimum 3 years of management experience
  • Minimum 3 years of functional experience in culinary operations
  • Strong knowledge of diverse cuisines and menu development
  • Proven ability to control food costs and maintain quality
  • Hands-on leadership and team development skills
  • Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
  • Experience with automated food inventory and production systems
  • Ability to drive innovation in campus dining

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing high-volume food production
  • Strong knowledge of diverse cuisines, menu development, and campus dining trends
  • Proven ability to control food costs while maintaining high-quality cuisine
  • Hands-on leadership style with the ability to train, mentor, and develop teams
  • Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance
  • Working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, and production systems
  • A passion for innovation and delivering exceptional dining experiences
  • Minimum education requirement of bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum management experience of 3 years
  • Minimum functional experience of 3 years

Job Duties

  • Lead and support culinary operations across multiple university campuses
  • Drive menu innovation and ensure alignment with campus dining trends
  • Oversee resident dining, retail, concessions, and catering programs
  • Develop, train, mentor, and motivate unit culinary teams to consistently deliver high-quality food and service
  • Support menu development, recipe rollouts, and culinary standards across all units
  • Ensure strict compliance with HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
  • Oversee purchasing, inventory management, food cost analysis, and production forecasting
  • Ensure Sodexo's culinary standards, recipe compliance, and quality expectations are met
  • Utilize food management systems for ordering, inventory, production, and operational oversight
  • Collaborate with unit leaders to drive excellence and support financial performance

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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