Executive Chef 2
About The Position
Creating solutions for everything from dining and nutrition to facilities maintenance and rehabilitative services, Sodexo partners with government agencies and military organizations to improve people’s quality of life and make a positive impact. As Sodexo Government Services continues to have the proud pleasure of supporting the Air Force, we are seeking an Executive Chef 2 to lead the culinary process at Dyess Air Force Base, TX; serving our dedicated airmen, families and base civilians. The Executive Chef 2 will be a key driver in leading a team of both, Subcontractor cooks and Airmen serving a wide variety of fresh and creative offers to our customers. This position will have oversite of an Air Force dining facility located on base. The position helps oversee a dining facility and a flight line kiosk operation while maintaining high standards and program integrity. This position reports directly to the General Manager at the unit. The dining facility runs 4 meals / day serving approximately 5500 meals per week.
Requirements
- a strong culinary background and Culinary Degree or Certification with demonstrated ability to lead a culinary staff
- excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of standards and implements company policies
- previous experience working in a high volume facility
- strong management and relationship building skills
- a focus on food safety/sanitation and physical safety (ServSafe certification is required)
- Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum 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
- manage the daily food production including production planning and controls
- ensure Sodexo Culinary Standards including recipe compliance and food quality
- manage food costing, controls and compliance
- have high expectations for customer service and quality of food
- have the ability and willingness to develop and train Airmen
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
Associate degree
