Campus Dining Executive Chef

Sodexo; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 74,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Company holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/Dental/Vision and wellness

Job summary

Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, NM seeks an experienced Executive Chef to lead its campus dining program, overseeing all food production, culinary innovation, and kitchen leadership across Resident Dining, Catering Services, and retail locations.

The role emphasizes standardizing operations, developing the team, and crafting menus that meet client needs and nutritional standards while maintaining cost efficiency. Strong leadership and HACCP/ServSafe knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years management experience.
• 1–3 years related experience.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all food production and kitchen leadership for campus dining, catering, and retail locations.
• Lead culinary innovation and menu design that meet client needs and nutrition standards.
• Standardize operations and drive continuous improvement across dining services.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume kitchens

Menu planning

Team mentorship

HACCP knowledge

ServSafe certification

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, NM seeks an experienced Executive Chef to lead its campus dining program, overseeing all food production, culinary innovation, and kitchen leadership across Resident Dining, Catering Services, and retail locations.

The role emphasizes standardizing operations, developing the team, and crafting menus that meet client needs and nutritional standards while maintaining cost efficiency. Strong leadership and HACCP/ServSafe knowledge are essential.