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You are a culinary enthusiast.  Knowing you’ve delivered on serving exceptional meals to guests means everything to you.  It does for us, too. Sodexo Corporate Services isseeking a dynamic and experienced Director, Culinary Services to be part of creating memorable dining experiences for our guests for a potential sale with a corporate client in Parsippany, NJ.This location has multiple concepts, the Director will be responsible for the oversight of our culinary team, innovation and creativity of our upscale dining program. We are seeking a Director with a varied background in culinary programs and fine-dining menus and execution. Our successful candidate will have both restaurant and contract food service experience. This position will oversee an Executive Chef and Chef Manager. The successful candidate will:- Manage day to day operations, ordering, purchasing, managing labor. - Achieve company and client financial targets and goals.- Develop and maintain client and customer relationships.- Motivate, coach, mentor and develop managers, frontline (hourly) staff; and/or- Ensure Sodexo standards are met to include compliance with company food and physical safety programs.Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:- 5+ years of experience as a Culinary Leader in a high-end hotel or fine-dining restaurant; aviation/lounge exp is a plus.- Have a broad culinary knowledge and sound financial and business acumen.- Have worked in a union environment.- Have a work history demonstrating strong leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization.- Possess the ability to manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and exhibit a passion for a high-level of customer service.- Exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed; and/or- Demonstrate working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems as well as menu graphics programs.This position offers a predominantly Monday through Friday, schedule.  Why Sodexo?- Vacation, Personal and Sick Time- Medical Benefits beginning date of hire- 401K and Roth IRA with company match eligible  

Sodexo Seniors Services is seeking an Executive Chef for Covenant Living Samarkand, in Santa Barbara, CA.  While surrounded by all this natural beauty, city-lovers will enjoy our proximity to the cultural sophistication and year-round vibrancy of Santa Barbara. Nestled in the hills just above the town, Covenant Living at the Samarkand offers breathtaking views of the area and our proximity is ideal! We’re just minutes from all the great shopping, fine art, film festivals, live music, theater, bistros and boutiques that this charming oceanside town is famous for. This is a fantastic quality of life position for a chef!  No late nights, typically out by 8pm  every day!  Fantastic benefits and 401k available day one, 3 weeks paid vacation, and just minutes from the beach!   Plus, a $5000 sign on bonus! Full P&L responsibility with knowledge of financial reporting, food ordering, inventory, employee scheduling, menu development, point-of-sale systems and marketing is needed. The ability to work with assigned chef and supervisors to achieve these goals is required, as is the ability to motivate staff to achieve a high-level of customer-satisfaction. Great communication and organization skills will assist the candidate in being successful in this environment. The successful candidate will:- work to develop and grow the menu while managing and controlling food costs and offering high quality service to the residents.- be responsible for full financial oversight of the account, including budgeting and reporting.- provide technical training and expertise, coaching and leadership to the production team while working side by side in the operation as needed.- work to obtain optimum client and customer satisfaction.- create a positive customer service driven environment, drives employee engagement and customer satisfaction through strong leadership skills.- integrate fully within our client's organization becoming a trusted adviser with a customer service focus.- work to achieve company and client financial targets and goals.- work to achieve high quality resident satisfaction.- ensure compliance to food safety, sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards.- meets (or exceeding) Sodexo standards of operations.Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:- have a passion for culinary arts, with a desire for creativity a strong production culinary background, ideally in a healthcare or retail setting.- are able to develop trust and build strong client relationships while meeting the expectation of the client as well as Sodexo.- demonstrate experience supervising a culinary team and exceptional human resource and supervisory/management skillset.- have exceptional professional communication skills.- possess a hands-on, innovative leadership approach to management.- have a passion for a high-level customer service and relationship oriented.- are able to work independently and make sound business decisions within company guidelines.- have the ability to manage multiple priorities.- have strong financial acumen and experience managing a food service operations budget.- are knowledgeable in compliance to food safety, sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards.Employees who work in Healthcare and Seniors are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a term and condition of employment, absent a legally required exception, and are required to report their vaccination status and upload proof of vaccination via an online portal. Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training. 

Do you have a craving for a new culinary career in a premier, high profile account with an opportunity to express your creative side while enjoying an enviable work life balance?  Monday through Friday, no late nights or weekends!! Sodexo Corporate Services is looking for a Executive Chef to join our team at Kellogg's Headquarters in Battle Creek, MI.   The Executive Chef  will be the lead Chef for the catering side of the business. Duties will include but not limited to:- leads retail culinary operations with heavy client interaction and menu development.- menu planning- ordering- inventory- leading a team of about 15 hourly union employees- food and labor cost- must be comfortable with technology to support mobile ordering system, Digital HAACP etc. About the CateringThe Catering is an important focus of this role as we cater to the C-suite executives and a team of over 1000 returning to work. Catering can include High-End Lunches, and Board of Directors Meetings, employee events, corporate dinners, etc. The Executive Chef will lead the client meetings, menu setup, and executing these events. The Ideal Chef for this business will have a passion for food.  Flexibility and ability to adapt to last minute changes is key to be successful in this role. We are looking for Chef that can WOW our clients.  The Executive Chef must be creative, innovative and ensuring quality and presentation. Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.  

Craft Your Career Sodexo is seeking a driven Executive Chef 1 at Morristown Hamblen Hospital located in Morristown, TN. Morristown Hamblen Hospital is a 167 licensed bed facility with 23 emergency suites.     The Executive Chef 1 will report directly to the General Manager and support a team of 4 hourly cooks.  This position will be responsible for back of the house operations in retail, patient services and catering operations If you have culinary management experience- you are encouraged to apply now!  We are looking for candidates who will:- manage the daily food production including production planning and controls;- ensure Sodexo Culinary Standards including recipe compliance and food quality;- manage food costing, controls and compliance;- develop menus and manage inventory;- have high expectations for customer service and quality of food;- have the ability and willingness to develop and train front-line employees;- have a passion for food and innovation;- have knowledge of special diets and allergens; and- knowledge of Sodexo Food Management System (FMS) is preferred. The ideal candidate has:- 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 standards and implements company policies;- previous experience working in a high volume facility; and- strong management skills.Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs. 

Do you strive to create amazing culinary experiences?  Sodexo is seeking a culinary leader to join the Food and Nutrition team as the Executive Chef at HCA Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare, a 327-bed hospitallocated in El Paso, TX.  The Executive Chef will provide culinary leadership through menu planning and program execution while overseeing kitchen operations, inventory management, managing food costs and budgets, labor management and productivity, and ensuring food safety by conducting audits and following HACCP guidelines. The ideal candidate will have kitchen management experience with a focus on sanitation while enhancing the patient dining experience. Hospital Corporation of America (HCA), the largest for-profit healthcare provider in the US, offers a unique career opportunity for you to partner within and join our growing nationwide HCA portfolio of business. We are looking for individuals with the ability to manage labor efficiently and a proven track record of driving patient satisfaction. The successful candidate will:- help implement and standardize all culinary systems and procedures for hospital;- supervise, develop, and mentor frontline staff;- procurement and purchasing;- help create menus based on client needs;- help create interpersonal relationships with clients. We are looking for candidates who have:- a strong culinary background in a high-volume environment;- strong leadership skills and experience;- menu planning experience and a strong understanding of current culinary trends;- proficient computer skills, highly organized, and detail-focused. Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs. Not the job for you? At Sodexo, we offer Culinary positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Campus, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States.

 Are you a strong culinary leader that can jump into the mix of things and leave a lasting impact at all levels? Are you looking for an exciting position to grow your career and mentor frontline culinary staff to grow theirs? Like to take on new challenges and impact the quality of student dining experience? If so, this might be the position for you!Sodexo Campus Dining is seeking a Resident Dining Executive Chef at very longstanding partnership account  Colorado Mesa University, in Grand Junction, CO.   Sodexo operates all the dining operations on campus which include Student / Resident Dining, Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Einstein’s Bagels, C-store, and Catering.  RELOCATION ASSISTANCE is offered for this exciting opportunity! This inspiring role will report directly to the Executive Chef and serve as a strong resource supporting our campus and the opportunity to support other accounts in our district.Can you bring the WOW factor to our campus dining program serving thousands of healthy meals per day?High volume dining that allows for innovation and creativity! The passion to serve great food while managing food cost within budget is a must. Food safety and sanitation are key priorities.   Managing Food Management Systems/Apps is critical for this role! The successful candidate will:  - 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 Are you an innovative experienced culinarian with the following skills?    - 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 DiningSuccessful candidates will be able to work well with others, build strong rapport, possess accountability & adaptability skills, adept in the art of influence without authority, able to think critically on their feet. If this sounds like you then do not wait to apply! Targeted Salary is $60,000 - $70,000 - RELO is available!Why Sodexo?                                                                                                                                                                       Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.   At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great career in food service management specializing in Catering. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance and continuing education opportunities, you’ll enjoy an improved quality of life that’s unique in the hospitality industry. Enjoy Some Major Holidays and campus breaks OFF! Why Sodexo in Grand Junction?  Located in beautiful Grand Junction Colorado  The area's climate is much more temperate than the rest of the state, which lends itself to year-round adventures like hiking, biking and even golfing. While other Colorado destinations are covered in snow, winters in Grand Junction remain relatively dry. Comfortable hiking and biking combined with the area’s expansive trail network provide options you can’t find anywhere else. It’s just a 45-minute drive to skiing, snowboarding, ice fishing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing at 10,000-plus feet of elevation. All of this makes the city a perfect playground for experiencing two seasons of sports at once. Come discover a different side of Colorado in Grand Junction.If you are looking for a hometown feel with all the amenities of outdoor fun,  this may be the job for you! APPLY TODAY! #campusdining #studentdining #culinary #chef #innovation #worklifebalance #diversity #dei #minority #veteran

Do you strive to create amazing culinary experiences? Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 1 to manage kitchen operations at Valley Regional Medical Center, a full-service, 214-bed acute-care hospital located in Brownsville, TX.  The Executive Chef will provide culinary leadership through menu planning and program execution while overseeing kitchen operations, inventory management, food production, and ensuring food safety by conducting audits and following HACCP guidelines. Hospital Corporation of America (HCA), the largest for-profit healthcare provider in the US, offers a unique career opportunity for you to partner within and join our growing nationwide HCA portfolio of business. We are looking for individuals with the ability to manage labor efficiently and a proven track record of driving patient satisfaction. The successful candidate will:- help implement and standardize all culinary systems and procedures for hospital;- supervise, develop, and mentor frontline staff;- procurement and purchasing;- help create menus based on client needs;- help create interpersonal relationships with clients. We are looking for candidates who have:- a strong culinary background in a high-volume environment;- strong leadership skills and experience;- menu planning experience and a strong understanding of current culinary trends;- proficient computer skills, highly organized, and detail-focused. Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs. Not the job for you? At Sodexo, we offer Culinary positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Campus, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States.

Do you have a passion to take raw ingredients and re-imagine them into something someone appreciates and finds delicious? Sodexo - Seniors has a current Executive Chef 1 opportunity at Carroll Lutheran Village located in Westminster, Maryland. This is a large upscale continuing care retirement community serving over 600 residents. We are seeking a highly motivated, and experienced Chef that is looking to grow their career.  In this hands on role, you will train and develop cooks, schedule staff, and be responsible for ordering.  We are open to chefs with seniors, healthcare, and/or restaurant leadership backgrounds. This is an excellent quality of life opportunity with Sodexo, a great company to grow with as well!  This Executive Chef will oversee the production of the lunch and dinner meals.  No late nights with typical shift being 10:00am - 6:00pm, some weekends, 3 weeks paid vacation to start, 401k, great benefits, and more!    Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:- have a passion for culinary arts, with a desire for creativity a strong production culinary background, ideally in a healthcare or retail setting.- are able to develop trust and build strong client relationships while meeting the expectation of the client as well as Sodexo.- demonstrate experience supervising a culinary team and exceptional human resource and supervisory/management skillset.- have exceptional professional communication skills.- possess a hands-on, innovative leadership approach to management.- have a passion for a high-level customer service and relationship oriented.- are able to work independently and make sound business decisions within company guidelines.- have the ability to manage multiple priorities.- have strong financial acumen and experience managing a food service operations budget.- are knowledgeable in compliance to food safety, sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards.Learn more about Carroll Lutheran Village at Carroll Lutheran Village Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401k and access to ongoing training and developmental programs, tuitions reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.  

Have a craving for a new culinary career? Sodexo Live's! Airport Lounge Segment has an exciting opportunity for an Executive Chef who will support our portfolio of airport lounges based at Dulles Airport.  This Executive Chef will work with our existing teams to continue to elevate the food program/offerings within our lounges.  Our culinary teams are creative with working in small spaces and presenting attractive culinary displays.  Airport lounges are space for elite passengers to relax, rejuvenate and enjoy food from the self-service buffet.  We are seeking a chef who enjoys working with teams and creating memorable culinary experiences. The successful candidate will: - be responsible for menu compliance, cooking, food production, food quality/presentation, safety/sanitation;- 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 standards; and/or- have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems (Excel Spreadsheets); Is this opportunity right for you? We are seeking candidates who have: - a supervisory culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends and delegate with confidence;- excellent mentoring/leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards;- prior culinary experience within a restaurant, lounge or other hospitality-focused venue;- strong coaching skills; and/or- a passion for food and service. BENEFITS: Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.  Learn more about our Airline Lounges: Click HereAway from the hustle and bustle of the airport, the airport lounges are dedicated spaces for elite passengers to relax, rejuvenate and enjoy chef created dishes or order from the full-service bar which serves premium wine and spirits.

Have a craving for a new culinary career?Sodexo Live's! Airport Lounge Segment has an exciting opportunity for an Executive Chef who will support our portfolio of airport lounges based at Newark Airport.  This Executive Chef will work with our existing teams to continue to elevate the food program/offerings within our lounges.  Our culinary teams are creative with working in small spaces and presenting attractive culinary displays.  Airport lounges are space for elite passengers to relax, rejuvenate and enjoy food from the self-service buffet.  We are seeking a chef who enjoys working with teams and creating memorable culinary experiences. The successful candidate will: - be responsible for menu compliance, cooking, food production, food quality/presentation, safety/sanitation;- 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 standards; and/or- have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems (Excel Spreadsheets); Is this opportunity right for you? We are seeking candidates who have: - a supervisory culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends and delegate with confidence;- excellent mentoring/leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards;- prior culinary experience within a restaurant, lounge or other hospitality-focused venue;- strong coaching skills; and/or- a passion for food and service. BENEFITS: Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.  Learn more about our Airline Lounges: Click HereAway from the hustle and bustle of the airport, the airport lounges are dedicated spaces for elite passengers to relax, rejuvenate and enjoy chef created dishes or order from the full-service bar which serves premium wine and spirits.