Executive Chef: Campus Dining Leader & Menu Innovator

Sodexo; Gunnison (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo seeks an Executive Chef 2 for Western Colorado University in Gunnison to lead dining hall, catering, and campus retail operations. You will standardize processes, mentor a diverse culinary team, and design innovative menus that meet client needs while ensuring top quality and nutrition.

You will oversee procurement, control costs, build strong client partnerships, and drive continuous improvement in culinary systems.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years management experience.
• 1–3 years related culinary experience.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations for resident dining hall, catering and retail on campus.
• Lead standardization of operations and menu development.
• Manage procurement and cost-effective sourcing.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing culinary team.
• Partner with clients to deliver diverse, high-quality dining experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary excellence

Menu planning

Procurement & cost control

Team development

Education

Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

ServSafe certification

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Sodexo seeks an Executive Chef 2 for Western Colorado University in Gunnison to lead dining hall, catering, and campus retail operations. You will standardize processes, mentor a diverse culinary team, and design innovative menus that meet client needs while ensuring top quality and nutrition.

You will oversee procurement, control costs, build strong client partnerships, and drive continuous improvement in culinary systems.