Executive Chef 2

Sodexo; Mahwah (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at Ramapo College of New Jersey. This role includes managing day-to-day kitchen functions, ensuring high-quality food service for students and staff. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership, organization skills, and significant culinary experience.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• 2 years management experience in culinary environment.
• Experience in food and labor cost management.
• Strong computer skills and HACCP training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and team management.
• Implement culinary standards and manage food safety.
• Develop menus and ensure compliance with culinary concepts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Culinary Innovation

Food Safety Knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

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Role Overview

Working together, supporting your team, and reaching high-end for the best in a high-volume, high-paced environment is second nature to you.

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations at Ramapo College of New Jersey.

This dynamic role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring a high-end and innovative product for Residential, Retail, and Catering Operations. The role will also include managing food production systems, food safety and sanitation, team management, and other various duties.

This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional looking to lead the college's food program. If you have the experience and passion for delivering top-tier food service, we invite you to apply!

What You'll Do

• Ensure Sodexo Culinary standards, including recipe compliance and food quality, are implemented;
• Have a working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems;
• Implement those systems and ensure ongoing compliance across campus. Oversee concept development, menu design, and the implementation of new culinary concepts;
• Driving innovation and excellence in the university's dining program to meet the diverse needs and tastes of the student body and staff;
• Promote customer loyalty and brand image, diagnose customer needs, and recommend appropriate products or services;

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

• Innovative and creative culinary background;
• Exemplary communication skills with the ability to lead a large team;
• Strong organizational skills -detail-oriented and task-focused; able to manage conflicting priorities
• Possesses strong leadership skills and hands-on training approach with an ability to effectively communicate with culinary staff, key personnel, Catering Staff, and Management team
• Experience in successfully managing food and labor costs, strong computer skills, and HACCP training skills

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.