Area Executive Chef

Sodexo • Redmond, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We believe in quality ingredients – and not just for our food. Our most valuable ingredient – the heart of our business – is you!
Sodexo is hiring an Area Executive Chef for the Lake Washington school district in Seattle, Washington. This position provides culinary support to schools within the district. The Area Executive Chef will be an energetic, polished culinary professional with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
This is an on-site opportunity in Seattle Washington that requires occasional travel to schools in the district.

Requirements

• a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a culinary lead working in multi-site units/high-volume facilities.
• a proven track record for developing, coaching, leading, and engaging culinary teams.
• a strong culinary background.
• excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest standards and can implement company policies
• strong management skills.
• Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum Management Experience - 3 years
• Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years

Nice To Haves

• a knowledge of school age meal patterns (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Menu development
• Culinary planning
• Culinary production
• Recipe development
• Plate costing
• Inventory management
• FMS (implementation and training)
• Training in food safety
• Support staff in recruiting, selection of chefs and their development
• Culinary systems knowledge and expertise - FMS
• Represent company in presentations – sales, new programs, retention, etc

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive