Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $74,290.00 - $96,140.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
wellness programs
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Job Description
Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for the individuals and communities it serves. With a strong presence in diverse sectors including education, healthcare, corporate, and government, Sodexo focuses on delivering exceptional service standards and innovative solutions. The company operates in numerous countries, providing comprehensive integrated services designed to improve operational efficiency and the overall well-being of its clients. By employing a dedicated workforce and committing to sustainability and corporate responsibility, Sodexo continues to build a better everyday for everyone it touches.
The role of Area Executive Chef at Sodexo is a highly specialized and influential position designed to support multiple campus accounts in South and North Dakota. This role offers significant culinary leadership across a district, overseeing numerous food service operations on college campuses. The Area Executive Chef is tasked with ensuring the consistency of Sodexo Culinary Standards—this includes adherence to recipe compliance, maintaining superior food quality, and managing food costing and inventory controls. The position requires a passion for food innovation, a deep understanding of special diets and allergens, and an unwavering commitment to customer service excellence.
This role is dynamic, combining hands-on culinary expertise with strategic operational oversight, and involves approximately 70 percent travel to support various campus locations. The Area Executive Chef plays a critical role in menu development and sales presentations, offering vital insights and support to district and area teams to facilitate growth and operational success. This leadership position enables a significant impact on the foodservice experience for college students, promoting nutrition and a healthy campus environment. Sodexo’s commitment to career growth, innovation, and quality make this a compelling opportunity for culinary professionals seeking a challenging and rewarding leadership role within a reputable global organization.
The role of Area Executive Chef at Sodexo is a highly specialized and influential position designed to support multiple campus accounts in South and North Dakota. This role offers significant culinary leadership across a district, overseeing numerous food service operations on college campuses. The Area Executive Chef is tasked with ensuring the consistency of Sodexo Culinary Standards—this includes adherence to recipe compliance, maintaining superior food quality, and managing food costing and inventory controls. The position requires a passion for food innovation, a deep understanding of special diets and allergens, and an unwavering commitment to customer service excellence.
This role is dynamic, combining hands-on culinary expertise with strategic operational oversight, and involves approximately 70 percent travel to support various campus locations. The Area Executive Chef plays a critical role in menu development and sales presentations, offering vital insights and support to district and area teams to facilitate growth and operational success. This leadership position enables a significant impact on the foodservice experience for college students, promoting nutrition and a healthy campus environment. Sodexo’s commitment to career growth, innovation, and quality make this a compelling opportunity for culinary professionals seeking a challenging and rewarding leadership role within a reputable global organization.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- minimum 3 years of management experience
- minimum 3 years of culinary experience
- ability to travel 70 percent of the time
- strong culinary background
- excellent leadership and communication skills
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- minimum 3 years of management experience
- minimum 3 years of functional culinary experience
- excellent leadership skills
- strong communication skills
- ability to maintain and implement company policies
- knowledge of high volume food service operations
Job Duties
- ensure Sodexo Culinary Standards including recipe compliance and food quality
- manage food costing, controls and compliance
- develop menus and manage inventory
- have high expectations for customer service and quality of food
- have the ability and willingness to develop and train frontline employees
- have a passion for food and innovation
- have knowledge of special diets and allergens
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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