Executive Chef 4

Sodexo Careers • Miami, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

SodexoMagic is seeking an Executive Chef who will support our American Airlines Lounge portfolio at Miami International Airport (MIA). This Senior Executive Chef assumes the responsibility of Resident Culinarian and will provide culinary solutions within the Admirals Clubs and Flagship Lounge. Our airport lounges are dedicated spaces for passengers to relax and rejuvenate while awaiting their next adventure. Join our team of experience-makers and food fanatics and be part of creating memorable experiences! SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, and Sodexo. As a certified minority company, we deliver food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges and universities and aviation lounges. This strategic alliance between Magic Johnson Enterprises and Sodexo, Inc., enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve.

Requirements

• a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends
• high-volume food production background within catering, hotels or upscale a la carte restaurants
• excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards
• culinary systems knowledge and expertise
• culinary management experience within hotels or upscale/fine-dining restaurants
• strong coaching and employee development skills
• a passion for food and innovations
• Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
• Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years

Nice To Haves

• seeking bilingual candidates
• the ability to communicate in Spanish will be helpful in managing this workforce

Responsibilities

• develop long-term culinary innovation strategies and culinary standards that balance consumer and client expectations with pre-determined financial goals
• create customized and distinct culinary experiences through comprehensive knowledge of global cuisines
• formulate, write, and collaborate on all client partner seasonal menus, signature and curated items
• utilize agreed Sodexo food management and transformation platforms
• provide coaching, mentoring and balanced feedback to all culinary team members
• support pre-openings, openings, re-starts and new seasonal menu launches
• own all Chef – Partner relationships, setting goals and managing all expectations.

Benefits

• Paid Airport Parking
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees