Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
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
Job Description
Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, providing integrated food service, facilities management, and other specialized solutions to clients in various sectors around the world. With a strong commitment to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, Sodexo aims to create a better everyday experience for its employees, customers, and the broader communities it serves. Known for its comprehensive approach to improving well-being and operational efficiency, Sodexo partners with institutions to deliver exceptional customer experiences and foster lasting relationships.
The Campus Segment of Sodexo is currently seeking an Executive Chef 2 to join the team supporting the dynamic and expanding dining program at Central Connecticut State University (CCSU). CCSU is home to over 10,000 students and offers a diverse culinary landscape spanning multiple venues such as Memorial Hall Café, the recently opened Hilltop Café, Starbucks, numerous retail outlets, and the innovative dining concept, ZIME. This leadership role is essential for driving culinary excellence across both residential and retail dining operations, directly impacting the daily dining experience of students, faculty, and staff.
As the Executive Chef 2, you will lead and oversee the daily culinary operations of multiple campus dining venues, ensuring that every dish meets the highest standards of quality and presentation. You will be responsible for executing menus, adhering to recipes, planning production, and maintaining exceptional food safety and sanitation standards consistent with HACCP requirements. Your role will include managing inventory, ordering supplies, forecasting needs, and controlling food costs to align with budgetary goals.
This position requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You will model best practices in culinary techniques and kitchen management while fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture among kitchen staff. Training and mentoring team members is a key part of the role, as is partnering closely with campus leadership to enhance overall customer satisfaction and elevate the student dining experience.
In addition to culinary duties, you will manage labor scheduling, payroll processing, and assist with operational planning for back-of-house teams. Collaboration with front-of-house staff is vital to support seamless service across residential dining, retail, and catering operations. You will also play an active role in introducing new dining concepts, seasonal menu changes, and culinary innovations that keep campus dining vibrant and responsive to student preferences.
Working with unionized staff requires navigating collective bargaining agreements and maintaining positive labor relations, which is a critical component of this role. Sodexo values a culture where all voices are heard, and respect is a foundational principle. Compensation for this role is fair and competitive, reflecting your education, skills, and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) plans with matching contributions, paid time off, career growth opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.
By joining Sodexo at CCSU, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to providing outstanding dining experiences while promoting sustainability, quality, and inclusivity. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your culinary leadership career in a supportive and innovative environment where your contributions will directly influence student life and success.
The Campus Segment of Sodexo is currently seeking an Executive Chef 2 to join the team supporting the dynamic and expanding dining program at Central Connecticut State University (CCSU). CCSU is home to over 10,000 students and offers a diverse culinary landscape spanning multiple venues such as Memorial Hall Café, the recently opened Hilltop Café, Starbucks, numerous retail outlets, and the innovative dining concept, ZIME. This leadership role is essential for driving culinary excellence across both residential and retail dining operations, directly impacting the daily dining experience of students, faculty, and staff.
As the Executive Chef 2, you will lead and oversee the daily culinary operations of multiple campus dining venues, ensuring that every dish meets the highest standards of quality and presentation. You will be responsible for executing menus, adhering to recipes, planning production, and maintaining exceptional food safety and sanitation standards consistent with HACCP requirements. Your role will include managing inventory, ordering supplies, forecasting needs, and controlling food costs to align with budgetary goals.
This position requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You will model best practices in culinary techniques and kitchen management while fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture among kitchen staff. Training and mentoring team members is a key part of the role, as is partnering closely with campus leadership to enhance overall customer satisfaction and elevate the student dining experience.
In addition to culinary duties, you will manage labor scheduling, payroll processing, and assist with operational planning for back-of-house teams. Collaboration with front-of-house staff is vital to support seamless service across residential dining, retail, and catering operations. You will also play an active role in introducing new dining concepts, seasonal menu changes, and culinary innovations that keep campus dining vibrant and responsive to student preferences.
Working with unionized staff requires navigating collective bargaining agreements and maintaining positive labor relations, which is a critical component of this role. Sodexo values a culture where all voices are heard, and respect is a foundational principle. Compensation for this role is fair and competitive, reflecting your education, skills, and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) plans with matching contributions, paid time off, career growth opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.
By joining Sodexo at CCSU, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to providing outstanding dining experiences while promoting sustainability, quality, and inclusivity. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your culinary leadership career in a supportive and innovative environment where your contributions will directly influence student life and success.
Job Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum two years management experience
- Minimum two years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants fast food vending catering institutional services or mall food courts
- Proven ability to lead and develop kitchen staff
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work in fast-paced high-volume environments
- Knowledge of food safety hygiene and HACCP standards
- Experience managing inventory ordering and food cost control
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader in high-volume dining (campus, corporate, healthcare, or hospitality)
- Strong culinary foundation with excellent cooking, production, and menu development skills
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- A commitment to food quality, safety, sustainability, and student-centered service
- Ability to innovate, adapt, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with administrative and operational responsibilities including ordering, inventory, budgeting, and payroll oversight
- A passion for delivering an outstanding dining experience and maintaining strong client relationships
- Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
- Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc
Job Duties
- Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment and want to advance your culinary career in a leadership role?
- Lead daily culinary operations across multiple dining venues, ensuring consistent, high-quality food production
- Oversee menu execution, recipe adherence, production planning, and food presentation
- Provide hands-on leadership in a high-volume environment, modeling culinary excellence and strong kitchen standards
- Manage ordering, inventory control, forecasting, and cost management to meet financial goals
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
- Develop, train, and mentor kitchen staff
- foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture
- Partner closely with client leadership to drive customer satisfaction and enhance the student dining experience
- Support labor management, payroll processes, and scheduling for back-of-house teams
- Collaborate with front-of-house teams to support seamless service for residential dining, retail, and catering operations
- Engage in new concept rollouts, seasonal menu changes, and culinary innovation across campus
- Navigate and support union workforce environments, following collective bargaining guidelines
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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