Executive Chef 2 - Sodexo

Join a great team where our students are at the heart of everything we do! 

Sodexo is hiring our Executive Chef 2 for Dakota State University in Madison, SD, which is located near Sioux Falls. 

*Relocation Assistance is available*

Qualified candidates will have excellent computer skills, experience placing weekly orders and experience with dining management software systems will help with success in the role. This position will report to the General Manager and help develop relationships with senior level client leadership on campus. Our Executive Chef will be available to support other accounts within the district, requiring occasional travel to other accounts.

Can you bring the WOW factor to our food production systems for our resident dining program serving hundreds of healthy meals consistently? Showcase your creativity with our new stadium suites in our newly renovated stadium.  The passion to serve great food while managing food cost within budget is a must. Food safety and sanitation and are key priorities. Successful candidates are highly organized and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.  

Sodexo offers extensive benefits way beyond medical, dental and life insurances, we have Concierge services to help you through everyday life demands, a Matching 401K, Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Business Resource Groups to provide a safe space and supportive environment where employees can bring their whole selves to work and develop professionally. 

The ideal candidate will have the following preferred qualifications and experience:

• Two years of experience in a culinary leadership role required (campus setting preferred)
• Excellent Computer Skills, experience placing weekly orders and managing the DRIVE Software
• Strong financial acumen with cost controls of food and labor
• Ability and willingness to develop and train hourly employees
• High expectations for customer service and quality of food
• Strong food safety and sanitation and HACCP standards
• Passion for food and innovation
• Ability to think out of the box
• Strong leadership abilities
• High volume experience
• Strong computer skills

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
• Have the ability and willingness to develop and train frontline employees
• Have high expectations for customer service and quality of food
• Manage food costing, controls and compliance
• Develop menus and manage inventory
• Have a passion for food and innovation
• Have knowledge of special diets and allergens
• Knowledge of Sodexo Food Management System DRIVE is preferred for Sodexo experienced candidates

 Are you an innovative experienced culinarian with the following skills?   

• Previous success managing high-volume food production (Large Campus Resident Dining account or large Business Dining program)
• Experience creating innovative menus with demonstrated best practices for increasing the student/customer experience
• Proven Culinary knowledge: purchasing, inventory, production schedules and Food & Beverage Cost controls
• Enjoy interacting with clients, students, faculty; being the face of the Sodexo Culinary Team on campus and in the dining hall
• Demonstrate culinary finesse at head Action Station, sharing passion for food, cooking, sustainability with the students  
• Successful experience partnering with a client in championing sustainable initiatives and involvement and commitment to the campus and surrounding community

Click here to learn more about Dakota State University

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At Sodexo, we offer Culinary positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Health Care, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search for Culinary jobs.

Working for Sodexo:

At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great culinary career. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance, reimbursement of association dues and continuing education opportunities, you’ll enjoy an improved quality of life that’s unique in the hospitality industry.

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.

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Basic Management Experience - 2 years
Basic Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.