Executive Chef 2

Sodexo; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at a vibrant campus. This role is perfect for a passionate culinary professional eager to influence students' well-being through high-quality dining experiences. You'll manage menu creation, ensure food safety, and maintain culinary standards while fostering a creative environment for your team. Join a company that values diversity, innovation, and professional growth, and make a meaningful impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred but not mandatory.
• 2 years of experience in food or culinary services required.
• Experience with training and leading culinary staff.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for purchasing, menu compliance, and food cost analysis.
• Ensure culinary standards and food quality are implemented.
• Develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations.

Skills

Culinary Management

Menu Creation

Food Cost Analysis

Leadership Skills

Sanitation Standards

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Automated Food Inventory Systems

Job description

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Role Overview

Grow your career and develop a team that shares your desire to make a difference!

Sodexo is looking for an Executive Chef 2 for our campus segment account at University of North Carolina School of Arts, located in Winston Salem, NC. UNCSA is a unique public conservatory and arts school, offering professional training in performing, visual, and moving image arts. It's known for its high school, undergraduate, and master's degree programs, preparing students for careers in the arts. UNCSA is also the first public arts conservatory in the United State. Dining Services is comprised of a Main Dining hall serving 950 hot, fresh and yummy meals a day, 7 days a week, WPB Starbucks Coffee Shop, Two C-Stores, Freshens and a Ghost kitchen.

The best qualified candidate will have: University and /or fine dining culinary and culinary management experience -- a culinary degree preferred but not mandatory -- experience with training and leading a culinary staff -- experience with on-line ordering and inventory management -- experience with food and labor costing -- experience with menu creation and culinary catering production. Must be willing to travel to location sites weekly, some overnights.

The ideal Chef will have a Culinary Degree or equivalent experience as well as diverse menu knowledge and a high level understanding of controlling food cost while still delivering high quality cuisine. This is a hands-on Chef role requiring previous experience managing volume food production. Sodexo provides college campuses with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment.

Driver's License Required.

Incentives

*Relocation Assistance Available*

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 the ability and willingness to develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations;
• ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance; and/or
• have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems.

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

• a 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
• have a passion for food and innovation.
• Driver's License 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 - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.