Executive Chef 2

Sodexo Careers•Russellville, AR

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 2 for Arkansas Tech University, located in Russellville, AR. The Executive Chef will oversee all culinary operations on campus to include resident dining and catering. Arkansas Tech University is a public institution located in Russellville, Arkansas, within the Arkansas River Valley and near the Ozark Mountains. The campus serves a diverse student population and is known for its strong community connections, welcoming culture, and regional pride. Sodexo’s dining program at Arkansas Tech University is an integral part of campus life, supporting residential dining, retail locations, and campus events. The unit reflects a balance of Sodexo standards and the local character of Russellville, offering a student-focused dining experience that emphasizes consistency, approachability, and a sense of place. Sodexo provides college campuses with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment.

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
Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
2 years minimum management experience
2 years minimum functional 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