
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $89,250.00 - $115,500.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
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 providing integrated food service, catering, and facilities management solutions. With a strong presence worldwide, Sodexo is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its clients and their customers by delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions. The company operates across various sectors including healthcare, education, corporate, and government, making it a versatile and respected name in the service industry. Sodexo prides itself on its commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where every employee is valued and respected. They emphasize equal employment opportunities and support for all employees to thrive in their professional environment.
The role of Executive Chef 3 at Sodexo, located in the New York City region, is a pivotal culinary leadership position specifically within the healthcare sector. This role entails overseeing culinary operations for a busy healthcare account, managing both patient dining and retail food service operations. The Executive Chef 3 is responsible for ensuring that the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service are consistently met. Reporting directly to the Client Executive, this position plays a crucial role in driving culinary excellence, improving operational performance, and enhancing patient satisfaction.
Ideal candidates for this role are hands-on culinary leaders who excel in high-volume, unionized healthcare environments. They should be passionate about team development and motivated to deliver exceptional dining experiences that meet both client and patient needs. The Executive Chef 3 will oversee daily kitchen operations, implement standardized culinary systems and procedures, and manage inventory, procurement, and cost controls effectively. Menu development is a key responsibility, which involves aligning offerings with client standards, patient requirements, and current culinary trends. Additionally, this leader will introduce innovative culinary ideas and build strong relationships with clients and healthcare facility leadership.
Compensation for this position is competitive and commensurate with education and relevant experience, reflecting a fair and equitable approach to salary determination. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision care, wellness programs, 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, career growth opportunities, and tuition reimbursement. This role suits a dynamic culinary professional eager to make a significant impact in healthcare food service while advancing their culinary leadership career.
The role of Executive Chef 3 at Sodexo, located in the New York City region, is a pivotal culinary leadership position specifically within the healthcare sector. This role entails overseeing culinary operations for a busy healthcare account, managing both patient dining and retail food service operations. The Executive Chef 3 is responsible for ensuring that the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service are consistently met. Reporting directly to the Client Executive, this position plays a crucial role in driving culinary excellence, improving operational performance, and enhancing patient satisfaction.
Ideal candidates for this role are hands-on culinary leaders who excel in high-volume, unionized healthcare environments. They should be passionate about team development and motivated to deliver exceptional dining experiences that meet both client and patient needs. The Executive Chef 3 will oversee daily kitchen operations, implement standardized culinary systems and procedures, and manage inventory, procurement, and cost controls effectively. Menu development is a key responsibility, which involves aligning offerings with client standards, patient requirements, and current culinary trends. Additionally, this leader will introduce innovative culinary ideas and build strong relationships with clients and healthcare facility leadership.
Compensation for this position is competitive and commensurate with education and relevant experience, reflecting a fair and equitable approach to salary determination. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision care, wellness programs, 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, career growth opportunities, and tuition reimbursement. This role suits a dynamic culinary professional eager to make a significant impact in healthcare food service while advancing their culinary leadership career.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 3 years of management experience
- Minimum 3 years of work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.
- NYC Food Protection Certificate required
- Strong working knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 3 years of management experience
- Minimum 3 years of work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.
- Experience managing in a unionized workforce
- Proven experience in menu development and modern culinary trends
- Knowledge of inventory management, food purchasing, and cost control
- Excellent client relationship and customer interaction skills
- Strong computer skills and attention to detail
- Ability to implement processes, improve efficiencies, and solve problems independently
- NYC Food Protection Certificate required
- Strong working knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
Job Duties
- Provide culinary leadership and oversight of daily kitchen operations
- Implement and standardize culinary systems, processes, and procedures
- Manage, mentor, and develop frontline culinary staff
- Oversee inventory management, procurement, and food purchasing
- Ensure effective food and labor cost controls
- Develop menus aligned with client needs, patient requirements, and culinary trends
- Drive patient satisfaction and food quality standards
- Introduce innovative culinary ideas and programming
- Build strong working relationships with clients and healthcare leadership
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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