Executive Chef 4

Sodexo; Moraga (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at a prominent college campus. This role emphasizes innovation and collaboration, ensuring high-volume dining meets the latest trends. With responsibilities ranging from menu compliance to team development, the ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for culinary excellence. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the dining experience for students and fostering a healthy learning environment. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth, making it an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in culinary settings.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for menu compliance, inventory, and food cost analysis.
• Ensure culinary standards and food quality are maintained.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Team Development

Culinary Innovation

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Automated Food Inventory Systems

Job description

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 4 atSt Mary’s College in Moraga, California. This culinary role will focus on the continued growth of the campus dining account. We are seeking a strong culinary leader with a proven commitment to high-volume dining through excellence, teamwork, and collaboration. Our ideal candidate will be innovative, keeping services fresh and updated based on current trends.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.

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
• 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
• have a passion for food and innovation.

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 - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 3 years