Executive Chef 2

Sodexo; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is looking for an Executive Chef to join their team at Belmont University in Nashville, TN. The role includes managing kitchen operations, ensuring culinary standards, and driving innovation within the dining program. Ideal candidates will possess a strong culinary background and effective leadership skills.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• High-volume culinary management experience, preferably in campus dining.
• Exemplary communication skills for large team leadership.
• Experience managing food and labor costs.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing, menu compliance, food production forecasting.
• Ensure culinary standards and recipe compliance.
• Drive innovation in the dining program to meet diverse needs.

Skills

Culinary management

Communication

Organization

Leadership

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 for Belmont University in Nashville, TN. The best-qualified Executive Chef will be able to balance a strategic, program-driven approach with strong, hands-on kitchen experience and the ability to achieve results through others. A critical element of the role is accessibility for the staff, which is achieved by being on the floor during service times and showing strong leadership ability. This position manages all aspects of back-of-the-house operations, including ordering, inventory, staff training, and development, and has a significant involvement in sustainability and local purchasing programs.

What You'll Do

• Be responsible for purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis, and food production forecasting;
• 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

• High-volume, quality-focused culinary management experience, preferably within a campus dining setting;
• Innovative and creative Catering 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
• Posses 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 HAACP 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.