Executive Chef 1

Sodexo is looking for a skilled and experienced Executive Chef to oversee a significant culinary operation at a high-profile auto manufacturing account in Georgetown, KY. The Executive Chef 1 will play a key role in managing the day-to-day operations, which include overseeing the café, catering services, and managing a substantial food volume of 3.5 million.

SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, and Sodexo. As a certified minority company, we deliver food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges and universities and aviation lounges. This strategic alliance between Magic Johnson Enterprises and Sodexo, Inc., enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve. 

• Culinary Leadership and Development:

  • Provide culinary leadership to ensure high standards of food quality are consistently met.
  • Oversee the development and training of culinary staff to continually improve their skills and performance.

• High-Volume Catering:

  • Manage and execute high-volume catering operations, ensuring exceptional quality and efficiency.
  • Be hands-on in overseeing and executing large-scale catering events.

• Financial Management:

  • Manage inventory and control food and labor costs to meet targets and maintain profitability.
  • Oversee the unit’s financials, ensuring operational costs are within budget.

• Food Production & Menu Planning:

  • Be responsible for food production, ensuring all food is prepared to the highest standards.
  • Handle ordering and inventory management to ensure that all supplies are available without overstocking or running low.
  • Lead menu planning efforts, tailoring menus to client preferences and operational needs.

Compensation 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 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.

• High-Volume Culinary Experience:

  • Extensive experience in high-volume culinary operations, particularly managing large-scale food production while maintaining quality and consistency.
  • A strong emphasis on food presentation, ensuring dishes are not only flavorful but also visually appealing.
  • Proven ability in food quality and execution, ensuring that food standards are consistently met or exceeded

• Menu Design & Implementation:

  • Experience in menu design and its implementation, creating innovative and appealing menus for a diverse set of needs.
  • Ability to tailor menus for both daily operations and special events, keeping them fresh and exciting.

• Food and Labor Cost Management:

  • Expertise in managing food and labor costs effectively to meet financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Ability to analyze and control costs without sacrificing the culinary experience.

• Catering Experience (Including VIP Menus):

  • Demonstrated experience in high-volume catering, particularly with crafting exclusive VIP catering menus that meet the client’s specific preferences and expectations.

• Leadership and Team Management:

  • Proven track record of providing strong leadership, including supervising, training, and developing a diverse team of culinary employees.
  • Ability to direct and motivate the team to achieve culinary excellence while fostering a collaborative environment.

• Passion for Contemporary Culinary Trends:

  • A true passion for contemporary and innovative culinary trends, with the ability to bring fresh ideas into the kitchen and adapt to evolving dining preferences.
  • Experience with the latest food trends and techniques, keeping the menu offerings modern and exciting

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 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.

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.