Executive Chef 2

Sodexo; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Chef to lead its culinary team in a vibrant retirement community. This role involves ensuring exceptional food quality and presentation, developing menus, and managing a dedicated team of culinary professionals. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for customer service, all while maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusion, and offers opportunities for career growth and development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in food or culinary services.
• Strong background in managing culinary teams and operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dining operations and menu planning.
• Ensure compliance with culinary standards and food quality.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Culinary Skills

Catering Experience

Management Skills

Financial Acumen

Customer Service Orientation

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Ability to Manage Priorities

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 2 to join our culinary team at Bristol Glen, a continuing care retirement community located in Newton, New Jersey. The Executive Chef will be accountable for food quality, menu development, sanitation, training, financial performance, and team leadership, ensuring a first-class dining experience for residents, guests, and staff. They will report to the General Manager and manage the culinary team of approximately 50 employees. The typical schedule is from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, which may vary with alternating weekend coverage.

What You'll Do

1. Oversee the daily dining operations including menu planning and controls;
2. Ensure Sodexo Culinary Standards including recipe compliance and food quality;
3. Maintain high expectations for quality of food and presentation;
4. Develop and train cooks.

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 specific criteria such as 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

• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards compliance;
• Strong culinary background, ideally in retirement communities, country clubs, and/or restaurants;
• Catering experience;
• Ability to develop trust and build strong client relationships, meeting client and Sodexo expectations;
• Experience supervising and mentoring a culinary team with exceptional management skills;
• Exceptional professional communication skills;
• Hands-on, innovative leadership approach;
• Passion for high-level customer service and relationship orientation;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing a food service operations budget.

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 economic, social, and environmental progress in our communities. Sodexo partners with clients to provide food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

We value you for who you are; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and your ideas and opinions will be heard. 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 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 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.