Executive Chef 3

About the position

The Executive Chef 3 position at Sodexo in Oneonta, New York, is a leadership role responsible for overseeing all culinary operations within the campus dining services. This includes managing residential dining, retail food platforms, catering, and summer conference services. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic culinary professional with a strong background in food service management, capable of developing and leading culinary teams while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Implement and standardize all culinary systems and procedures for menus, inventory control, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Monitor, audit, and standardize new menus.
• Ensure Food and Physical Safety and conduct annual training for all hourly associates.
• Conduct audits and create action plans based on findings, maintaining GC audit books.
• Work with vendors on procurement and manage purchasing financial audits.
• Continue sustainability programs under the direction of the Director of Culinary Operations.
• Conduct yearly culinary foundations training for all cooks.
• Guide chefs towards ACF certification with support from the Director of Culinary Operations.
• Implement innovative ideas in retail, catering, and dining services.
• Build interpersonal relationships with clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of management experience in food or culinary services.
• 3 years of functional experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, catering, and institutional services.

Nice-to-haves

• Culinary Certification is highly preferred.
• Strong culinary background with current knowledge of culinary trends.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong coaching and employee development skills.
• Passion for food and innovation.

Benefits

• 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