Executive Chef 2

Location US-TX-FORT WORTH
System ID
989103
Category
Culinary
Employment Status
Full-Time
 
Exempt
Posted Range
$64600 to $83600
Company : Segment Desc
UNIVERSITIES
 
On-Site

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking an experienced and dynamic Executive Chef 2 for Texas Christian University (TCU) in Fort Worth, Texas. This position provides culinary leadership for the Kings Family Commons Building (KFCB), overseeing food production, quality, safety, and financial performance across four retail dining concepts:
  • Magnolia's Zero 7 – An allergen-friendly dining concept serving students with medically diagnosed food allergies and dietary restrictions.
  • The Press Cafe – Grab-and-go coffee and beverage program along with food options.
  • Calientes – Mexican-inspired lunch and dinner concept.
  • O'Brien's Burgers – Made-to-order burger concept that will include new menu items for the Fall

What You'll Do

Culinary Leadership
  • Provide overall culinary leadership and oversight for all KFCB dining concepts.
  • Ensure consistent execution of recipes, portion controls, presentation standards, and food quality expectations.
  • Develop and manage production schedules to support retail operations and commissary functions.
  • Lead menu execution, seasonal promotions, and limited-time offerings.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on culinary innovation and guest satisfaction.
  • Conduct regular quality assurance reviews and culinary audits.
Allergen Management & Student Engagement
  • Serve as the culinary lead for Magnolia's Zero 7, ensuring safe meal preparation for students with medically diagnosed food allergies and dietary restrictions.
  • Partner with university dining representatives, students, families, and campus stakeholders to address dietary accommodation needs.
  • Ensure strict adherence to allergen management protocols, cross-contact prevention procedures, and food labeling requirements.
  • Train and coach culinary teams on allergen awareness and specialized food preparation practices.

What We Offer

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.

What You Bring

  • Strong culinary leadership and operational excellence.
  • Effective food cost and labor cost management.
  • Commitment to food safety and allergen management best practices.
  • Ability to build and develop high-performing teams.
  • Strong partnership with university stakeholders and campus dining leadership.
  • Dedication to creating an exceptional dining experience for the TCU community.
This position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as business needs dictate

Who We Are

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum 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.

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