Executive Chef 3

Sodexo Careers•Johnson City, TN

36d•Onsite

About The Position

East Tennessee State University (ETSU), located in Johnson City, TN, is a dynamic public institution serving thousands of students, faculty, staff, and visitors across a vibrant and rapidly growing campus. ETSU Dining Services, managed by Sodexo, is a large, multi-unit operation, featuring resident dining, national brands, local concepts, concessions, and catering/VIP services. The Executive Chef plays a critical leadership role in shaping culinary excellence across this diverse and high-impact program.

Requirements

Exemplary communication skills with the ability to lead a large team.
Strong organizational skills -detail-oriented and task-focused; able to manage conflicting priorities.
Possesses strong leadership skills and hands-on training approach with an ability to effectively communicate with culinary staff, key personnel, Catering Staff, and Management team.
Experience in successfully managing food and labor costs, strong computer skills, and HACCP training skills.
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum Management Experience - 3 years.
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Responsibilities

Ensure Sodexo Culinary standards, including recipe compliance and food quality, are implemented.
Have a working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems; Implement those systems and ensure ongoing compliance across campus.
Oversee concept development, menu design, and the implementation of new culinary concepts; Driving innovation and excellence in the university's dining program to meet the diverse needs and tastes of the student body and staff.
Promote customer loyalty and brand image, diagnose customer needs, and recommend appropriate products or services.