Resident Dining Executive Chef

Sodexo Careers • Daytona Beach, FL

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About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a Resident Dining Executive Chef for Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona, FL. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) Dining Services provides exceptional culinary experiences that support student life, academic success, and community engagement at this Sodexo showcase account. The dining program serves a diverse and global student body through innovative offerings that reflect Sodexo’s commitment to quality, nutrition, and sustainability. At the center of the program is a state-of-the-art residential dining hall, serving thousands of meals daily and setting the standard for residential dining across Sodexo Higher Education. The dining program emphasizes fresh, high-quality food, menu variety, and international selections that reflect the diverse tastes of the ERAU campus community. This Executive Chef will report directly to the Campus Executive Chef and oversee all culinary operations of the residential dining hall. This role will help set the standard and lead innovation in residential dining on college campuses, driving menu creativity, food quality, and presentation while coaching, developing, and mentoring a large culinary team to deliver an outstanding student dining experience. This account is a show case location for Sodexo as a company, thus will help lead evolving innovation to this account and region of business. Incentives Relocation Assistance Available

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis, and production forecasting for the dining hall
• Ensure Sodexo Culinary standards, including recipe compliance, food quality, and presentation, are consistently implemented
• Utilize food management systems for ordering, forecasting, production, and inventory management
• Lead concept development, seasonal menu design, and the implementation of innovative culinary offerings
• Drive innovation and excellence in the dining program to meet the needs and tastes of a diverse student body
• Coach, train, and develop culinary staff, building a strong, motivated, and growth-oriented team
• Promote customer satisfaction and loyalty while upholding Sodexo’s brand and service standards

Benefits

• 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: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees