Executive Chef - Campus Dining Leader & Innovator

Sodexo Group; Mankato, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision care

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo Group is seeking an Executive Chef 1 for Minnesota State University in Mankato, MN. You will lead culinary operations, standardize processes, and mentor a team to deliver high‑quality on‑campus dining. Collaboration with clients and maintenance of food safety standards are essential.

You will oversee menu design, procurement, and ongoing process improvements while fostering growth and ensuring exceptional dining experiences across diverse client needs.

Qualifications

• Requires leadership in high‑volume, fast‑paced kitchens.
• Experience mentoring teams and driving professional development.
• Advanced menu planning with current culinary trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead streamlined culinary systems to boost consistency and efficiency.
• Mentor and develop kitchen staff and future leaders.
• Oversee procurement and sourcing of quality ingredients.
• Design menus balancing creativity, client needs, and nutrition.
• Drive continuous improvement and align with culinary strategy.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Team mentorship

Operational excellence

Food safety (HACCP)

ServSafe certified

Education

Associate/Bachelor degree

Tools

Computer systems proficiency

Job description

Sodexo Group is seeking an Executive Chef 1 for Minnesota State University in Mankato, MN. You will lead culinary operations, standardize processes, and mentor a team to deliver high‑quality on‑campus dining. Collaboration with clients and maintenance of food safety standards are essential.

You will oversee menu design, procurement, and ongoing process improvements while fostering growth and ensuring exceptional dining experiences across diverse client needs.