Executive Chef 3 job at Delhi, NY, United States of America Full Time

Do you strive to create amazing culinary experiences?

Sodexo’s Campus Services is seeking an Executive Chef 3 for the SUNY Delhi Campus located in Delhi, NY. The successful candidate will have direct impact on all culinary operations with oversight of culinary innovation, standards and programs as well as supporting, training and developing their team. Their focus will be on recipe execution, safety and sanitation.

The best qualified Campus Executive Chef will be able to balance a strategic, program-driven approach with strong, hands-on, kitchen experience. A critical element of the role is accessibility for the staff by being on the floor during services times and showing strong leadership ability. This position manages all aspects of back of the house operations; including ordering, inventory, staff training and development, and has a significant involvement in sustainability and local purchasing programs.

What You’ll Do:

• 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.
• Implement those systems and ensure ongoing compliance across campus.
• Participate in national and regional initiatives as well as being the culinary ambassador for University at Albany within Sodexo and regionally.

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:

• A passion for food and innovation.
• An outstanding culinary background, with the demonstrated ability lead large, diverse teams and 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.

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 – 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.