Executive Chef 2

Sodexo Careers • Prescott, AZ

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About The Position

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Executive Chef 2 to lead culinary operations at Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott Campus , a nationally recognized leader in aviation and aerospace education. Embry‑Riddle Prescott has earned numerous top distinctions, including being ranked #1 in Regional Colleges West , #1 in Best Colleges for Veterans , and #1 in Undergraduate Aerospace Engineering programs . This role oversees high‑quality culinary production across residential dining, retail venues, and catering services, supporting a vibrant and fast-growing campus community .

Requirements

• 2 years of progressive culinary leadership experience.
• Strong background in scratch cooking, large‑volume production, and menu planning.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Experience leading and developing culinary staff.
• Ability to manage food cost, labor, scheduling, and procurement.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in higher education dining, contract foodservice, or multi‑unit operations.
• (Internal candidates only) Familiarity with Sodexo systems (FMS, Drive, E‑Procurement, SAFE, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Direct all culinary operations, including production planning, recipe development, and daily kitchen execution.
• Develop menus that support student preferences, including diverse global cuisines, plant‑forward options, allergen‑friendly offerings, and scratch-made concepts.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate culinary team members to maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Oversee inventory management, ordering, vendor relationships, and food cost control.
• Maintain compliance with HACCP, local health department regulations, and Sodexo safety protocols.
• Partner with catering leadership to design seasonal menus, premium offerings, and custom event experiences.

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
• Education Level: Associate degree