Campus Executive Chef

Sodexo is a global leader in providing food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management services, delivering an exceptional everyday experience to its clients and their communities. The company operates across various sectors, including education, healthcare, corporate, and government facilities, ensuring that the quality of life improves for those it serves. With its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability, Sodexo creates positive workplace environments where employees are respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their best. Sodexo’s mission focuses on improving not just the quality of life, but also contributing to economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where it operates.

The Campus Executive Chef position at Washington University (WashU) in Saint Louis, Missouri represents a critical leadership role within Sodexo’s higher education division. This role involves managing all culinary operations on the WashU campus, overseeing resident dining services, retail operations, catering, concessions, and the on-campus restaurant. The Campus Executive Chef will lead a skilled team comprising six Executive Chefs and one Production Manager, ensuring that Sodexo’s culinary standards of quality, safety, and innovation are consistently met and exceeded. The role demands a strong foundation in culinary arts, combined with superior leadership, management, and communication skills.

In this role, the Campus Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing day-to-day purchasing, menu compliance, inventory control, food cost analysis, and forecasting food production needs. Furthermore, they ensure that all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards are strictly upheld in compliance with regulatory and internal Sodexo guidelines. This position requires proficiency in automated inventory and food management systems, allowing for streamlined operations and data-driven decision-making. The executive chef will also play a vital role in mentoring and developing culinary team members, encouraging innovation, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Sodexo offers a competitive salary package reflecting the candidate’s experience, education, and skills, along with an extensive range of benefits. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision care, wellness programs, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, and career growth opportunities. Furthermore, Sodexo provides tuition reimbursement to support ongoing professional development. Working at Sodexo is not only about employment; it is about joining a community that believes in fairness, respect, and valuing employees for who they are.

The Campus Executive Chef at Washington University will also have the unique opportunity to influence the student life experience by providing nutritious, innovative, and sustainable culinary solutions in a dynamic academic environment. This role is perfect for a culinary professional who is passionate about food, leadership, and innovation, who thrives in collaborative environments, and who wants to make a meaningful impact on the well-being and success of college students. Sodexo provides a supportive platform where creativity and culinary expertise are celebrated, making it a great place to build a rewarding career in culinary management.