Executive Chef 2

Sodexo Group; Labelle, Howie Centre; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a talented Executive Chef to enhance culinary experiences in K-12 schools. This role involves leading a cohesive team, ensuring food quality, and delivering exceptional catering services. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary skills, knowledge of HACCP standards, and experience in managing food services. Join a company committed to fostering a positive work environment and making a meaningful impact on students' well-being. If you are passionate about culinary arts and eager to inspire young minds, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in food or culinary services required.
• Hands-on management style with ability to mentor team.

Responsibilities

• Manage culinary programming and staff training across 14 locations.
• Provide innovative scratch cooking and manage catering events.

Skills

Culinary Skills

HACCP Standards

Food Costing

Staff Training

Organizational Skills

K-12 Experience

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Labor Software

Inventory Software

Job description

Role Overview

Sodexo is hiring our Executive Chef to join our successful partnership at Hendry County Schools, in LaBelle, FL. The ideal candidate will be able to bring their culinary talent to the table and excel at training staff, improving food quality and producing upscale catering events. With our K-12 units feeding ~8000 students in 14 locations, previous K-12 experience is a plus, NSLP and NSBP and summer feeding experience preferred. Our chef will be an expert with HACCP standards, food costing and labor software, along with Production Record compliance. ServeSafe Certification preferred.

At Sodexo, we deliver food, nutrition, environmental and facilities management solutions to partnered K-12 schools. Joining us at one of our school sites means fostering healthy learning environments and positively influencing the students’ well-being and performance.

What You'll Do

• Strong Computer Savvy with 20% administrative work driving the culinary programming.
• Provide the Wow Factor for our students through Demonstration Cooking, Live Action Stations, our Food Truck and the Smoker to drive innovative scratch cooking.
• Bring strong Culinarian skills with HACCP certifications up to date.
• Manage the occasional catering evening event.
• Familiar with NSLP, NSBP, USDA Regulations.
• Manage Summer Feeding Deliveries.
• Work full time, 52 weeks per year.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. 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.

What You Bring

• Hands-on management style with the ability to mentor our cohesive team.
• Strong organizational skills, developing the team's culinary skills across 14 locations.
• Experience with K-12 service managing food ordering, inventory and scheduling software.
• The ability to create a fun and positive work atmosphere for our team in a rural K-12 environment with a strong supportive work culture.

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

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.