Area Executive Chef

Sodexo is seeking a Area Executive Chef for the Florida District. The idea candidate will be an experienced Executive Chef well versed in culinary, operational leadership, and enjoys training front-line staff in all aspects of culinary and food service operations.  This position will travel and support multiple accounts within the district.

The Area Executive Chef will contribute to the success of multiple accounts, working across multi-districts through delivery of technical performance to achieve culinary success.  Sodexo’s executive leaders have a vision for the future and develop strategies that provide direct support to other leaders and teams in our varied operational areas while embodying our core values of Spirit of Progress, Team Spirit, and Spirit of Service. 

Supervises all aspects of culinary including menu planning and food preparation to ensure client satisfaction and retention for the Company.  Serves as technical expert and trainer for other chefs as well as the liaison for communications with District Manager & Senior Area Chef.  Implements business practices to uphold company mission and values. Contributes to account revenue and operating profit contribution through the implementation of services and creation of opportunities for growth.

Ability to travel; 80%.

• be responsible for purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis and food production forecasting;
• ensure Sodexo Culinary standards including recipe compliance and food quality are implemented;
• have the ability and willingness to develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations;
• ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance; and/or
• have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems.
• Organize and oversee large events
• Concessions experience 
• Kronos and labor managmen

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.

• a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends;
• excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards;
• strong coaching and employee development skills; and/or
• have a passion for food and innovation.
• Clean and organized work place
• Planning and forecasting
• Project management
• New unit openings
• Able to travel
• work with customers to plan and cost menus and generate the BEOs (banquet event orders) for all events;
• manage all catered events from simple breakfast and lunch set-ups and deliveries to high-end, seated, plated and coursed lunches and dinners, to large picnic/buffet events for several thousand;
• motivate, coach, mentor and develop frontline (hourly-paid), staff who are dedicated to the catering department;
• increase catering sales using innovation, marketing and promotions;
• assist in other areas of the food service operation when catering business is slower; and/or track all catered events in the CaterTrax software system, which will encompass ordering and invoicing.  

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