Chef Manager

Sodexo is hiring our Chef Manager position for Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction, Colorado. Our successful candidate will oversee the culinary operations for the campus dining hall.  The ideal candidate must be highly flexible and ready to accommodate diverse customer requests. This position will assist the Resident Dining Manager and work closely with campus executive chef to positively influence the student's well-belling and create a healthy learning environment. 

• 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 passion to lead and to develop / motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations
• Ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance
• Have working knowledge of automated food management systems for inventory, ordering, production and management systems

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.

• Previous success managing high-volume quality food production 
• Experience creating innovative menus with demonstrated best practices for increasing the customer/client experience
• Proven Culinary knowledge: purchasing, inventory, production schedules and Food & Beverage Cost controls
• Enjoy interacting with students, faculty and key stakeholders; being the face of Sodexo Campus Dining

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 - High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
Minimum Management Experience - 1 year