Executive Chef 2

Sodexo S A • Lansing, MI

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About The Position

This SodexoMAGIC account is looking for an executive chef for our K12 district that services the city of Lansing Michigan public schools. Our district reaches over 11,000 students, faculty and staff. We want to expand our culinary features to our students and continue to elevate our catering for the district. The position requires hands-on culinary experience, menu costing, menu planning, catering experience as well as presentation skills. Ability to train production team and manage food costs are essential.

Requirements

• 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 culinary standards
• strong coaching and employee development skills
• have a passion for food and innovation
• Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
• Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Responsibilities

• 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
• have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems

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: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees