Area Executive Chef

Sodexo; Jamestown (ND); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an experienced Area Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at the University of Jamestown. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence student well-being through innovative food services across multiple campuses. Ideal candidates will have a strong culinary background, experience in high-volume dining, and a passion for food. With a focus on team development and culinary excellence, this position promises career growth and the chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant educational environment. Join us in creating a better everyday for everyone!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Strong culinary background with a focus on trends and innovations.
• Experience in high-volume dining and food production management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations.
• Manage purchasing, menu compliance, and food production forecasting.

Skills

Culinary Management

Menu Creation

Catering Production

Food Cost Control

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Coaching and Employee Development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Food Management Systems

Job description

Role Overview

Grow your career and develop a team that shares your desire to make a difference!

Sodexo Campus Dining is seeking an experienced, hands-on Area Executive Chef responsible for culinary operations at our University of Jamestown campus. The role also involves supporting special events/catering and providing culinary training across 4 other North Dakota University Culinary Programs.

This position requires previous experience managing high-volume dining and food production, preferably in campus or hospital settings. The candidate should have experience overseeing multiple locations and strong expertise in catering and special events. Sodexo provides comprehensive food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions for college campuses.

The ideal candidate will possess a Culinary Degree or equivalent experience and have diverse menu knowledge in high-volume dining. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your culinary career!

Incentives: Relocation assistance is available.

What You'll Do

1. Develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations across all five campus accounts;
2. Manage purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis, and food production forecasting with a working knowledge of automated Food Management Systems;
3. Ensure adherence to Sodexo Culinary standards, including recipe compliance and food quality;
4. Maintain food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards;
5. Willingness to travel weekly, with some overnight stays.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and based on experience, education, and skills. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care, and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

Additional information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• A strong culinary background with the ability to stay current with trends;
• Experience in menu creation and catering production;
• Ability to control food costs while maintaining high quality;
• Excellent leadership and communication skills;
• Strong coaching and employee development skills;
• Passion for food and innovation;
• Valid Driver's License.

Joining us at one of our campus sites allows you to positively influence students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment. APPLY TODAY!

Who We Are

Sodexo's purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life. We focus on improving quality of life and contributing to community progress through food service, catering, facilities management, and integrated solutions worldwide.

We value diversity and inclusion, treating all employees with fairness and respect. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of protected characteristics. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience: 3 years

Minimum Functional Experience: 3 years