Executive Chef 3

Sodexo is seeking a Executive Chef 3 for Southern New Hampshire Medical Center located in Nashua, NH.  

In this role, reporting to the Food Operations Manager, you will oversee a team of 12 culinary professionals, responsible for preparing 3 meals/day out of 2 kitchens for patient room service as well as provide food service for internal catering and the cafeteria.  The Executive Chef will work daytime hours but also will need the flexibility to cover the closing shift (10:30am-8:30pm) on Wednesdays and every other weekend.

Sodexo offers a range of services to healthcare facilities, including food, nutrition, environmental, facilities management, healthcare technology management, retail, and patient experience services. Employees at our healthcare sites play a crucial role in enhancing patient experience and well-being.

• oversee day-to-day operations and a team of culinarians and production workers
• deliver high quality food services including retail, catering and patient meal management operations
• ensure food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standard compliance
• ensure Sodexo culinary standards including recipe compliance and food quality are implemented
• initiate plans for improvments and/or enhancements to existing systems (ordering, food production, handling & safety)
• ensure HACCP, regulatory and standards compliance

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.

• have a proven track record in successful kitchen management in a busy enviornment
• are experienced with menu planning and development, as well as inventory management
• can manage multiple priorities while maintaining high quality customer service
• experience facilitating open communication with the team and provide a supportive work enviornment

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 - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 3 years   

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.