Sodexo has a great opportunity to grow your culinary career! We are currently seeking our Executive Chef 2 to lead the culinary operations at the American University Law School located in Washington, DC.
As an Executive Chef 2, you will utilize local and organic ingredients when available to create mouthwatering dishes that delight our guests. Picture yourself in our dynamic kitchen, overseeing multiple locations and catering. You will be the driving force behind our culinary operations, ensuring that our line cooks deliver perfection on each plate. Your expertise and guidance will shape the flavors, presentation, and quality that our patrons crave.
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.
Incentives Benefits kick on day one, excellent work culture, competitive salary. What You'll Do Have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systemsManage purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis and food production forecastingEnsure Sodexo Culinary standards including recipe compliance and food quality are implemented Ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance Develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovationsManage food costing, controls and compliance, and develop menus What We OfferCompensation 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 Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standardsStrong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trendsStrong coaching and employee development skillsPassion for food and culinary innovationKnowledge of the Purchase Awareness Monitor, Sodexo Physical & Food Safety Standards (Eco Sure), Market Connection, and DRIVE preferred Who We AreAt 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 & RequirementsMinimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.