Executive Chef II: Campus Dining Leader & Menu Innovator

Sodexo; Atherton (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision care

401(k) plan with matching

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef to lead campus dining operations and assist with catering as needed. You will drive culinary excellence, standardize operations, and mentor a team to deliver innovative menus that meet client needs.

You will manage people, set direction, and influence cross-functional partners to achieve results while upholding food safety standards and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Extensive culinary expertise in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Leadership and management skills with experience mentoring teams.
• Advanced menu planning abilities with knowledge of client preferences and nutrition standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee resident dining operations and support catering as needed.
• Lead standardization of culinary systems for consistency and efficiency.
• Manage team performance, development, and staffing decisions including evaluations and hires.
• Collaborate with clients and procurement to ensure quality ingredients and cost effectiveness.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Team development

Food safety HACCP

ServSafe certified

High-volume kitchen

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef to lead campus dining operations and assist with catering as needed. You will drive culinary excellence, standardize operations, and mentor a team to deliver innovative menus that meet client needs.

You will manage people, set direction, and influence cross-functional partners to achieve results while upholding food safety standards and cost controls.