Executive Chef 1

Sodexo; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo seeks an Executive Chef 1 for Lausanne Collegiate School in Memphis, TN. The role involves managing food production, leading culinary staff, and ensuring adherence to Sodexo's culinary standards. A strong culinary background, leadership skills, and a passion for food are required. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years management experience.
• 1 year work experience in food or culinary services required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food production and catering operations.
• Train staff and implement culinary standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Passion for food

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

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Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 1 for Lausanne Collegiate School an Independent, Coeducational College-Placement School located in Memphis, TN. The Executive Chef 1 is responsible for overseeing daily food production, ordering, inventory management, and catering operations. Bring your passion for culinary excellence and strong organizational skills to ensure outstanding service and satisfaction in a thriving K-12 At schools’ environment. 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

• be responsible culinary training of staff members as well as execution of catered events;
• ensure Sodexo Culinary standards including recipe compliance and food quality are implemented;
• have the ability and willingness to develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations;
• ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance;
• have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems;
• Typical shift: Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm with rare catering events outside of normal hours.
  
  
  

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

• strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends;
• excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards;
• strong coaching and employee development skills; and/or
• passion for food and innovation.
• Valid driver's license is required.
  
  
  

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 – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Facilities Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Hospitality

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