Executive Chef 4

Sodexo Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Executive Chef, where you'll lead culinary excellence at Daimler HQ in Portland. This hands-on role emphasizes fresh ingredients and innovative cooking, allowing you to curate upscale dining experiences. You'll mentor a passionate culinary team while embracing local products and scratch cooking. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant environment that values creativity and quality. If you're a culinary leader with a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

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 and cooking techniques across various cuisines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality food presentation and taste.
• Mentor culinary staff and develop their skills.
• Stay updated on contemporary catering trends.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Team Leadership

Catering Experience

Creativity in Menu Design

Knowledge of Multiple Cuisines

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Role Overview

SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, and Sodexo. This strategic alliance enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve. For almost 20 years, we have provided top-level food, facilities management, and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and aviation lounges.

Sodexo with Good Eating Company is seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Executive Chef at Daimler HQ in Portland, OR. As the Chef, you’ll be at the forefront of culinary excellence, curating upscale hospitality experiences that delight our discerning clientele. This is a hands-on, innovative role that will focus on fresh ingredients to grow the culinary program with our client. We are obsessed with local products, scratch cooking, great food, and being best in class. We seek a strong culinary leader with a proven commitment to innovation, teamwork, and collaboration to help us achieve our vision.

What You'll Do

1. Ensure all food always looks and tastes great and is visually appetizing when served.
2. Demonstrate strong all-round culinary ability and craft skills in all areas of professional cookery, including main courses, salads, sauce work, and pastry and baking.
3. Have a strong knowledge of food and be able to cook using multiple styles of cuisine.
4. Recognize and react to contemporary trends in catering.
5. Use correct food terminology and cooking methods.
6. Constantly seek new recipes, ideas, and initiatives to improve food quality and service.
7. Mentor culinary personnel enthusiastically and play a key role in their development.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by education level or 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

• A positive “can do” attitude and commitment to our customers, clients, and colleagues.
• Absolute pride in the quality of our food, service, and presentation.
• A keen but respectful sense of humor, and having fun at work.
• Corporate Catering experience.

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 the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide memorable experiences through food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values 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: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum Management Experience: 5 years.
Minimum Functional Experience: 3 years.