Executive Chef 1 Location US-VT-BURLINGTON System ID 977813 Category Culinary Relocation Type Yes - According to Grade Employment Status Full-Time Company : Segment Desc UNIVERSITIES   On-Site Role Overview

With your leadership excellence, you’re ready to move up to the next level. 

 

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE!!

 

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Executive Chef for the University of Vermont located in Burlington, VT. The Executive Chef position will be supporting a large residential dining hall in the menu planning, execution of the program for multiple menu formats for students.  Experience working with large scale food production, supervision of large staff and executing vegan, vegetarian, and allergen safe foods.  Works with the Senior Executive Chef and the Operations Manager to deliver an exceptional experience for students.   

 

Incentives RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE! What You'll Do be responsible for Food and Physical Safety and annual training for all hourly associates;Gold Check audits: conduct audits, create action plans based on audit findings. Responsible for keeping and updating GC audit books;Procurement: Work with vendors on procurement items. Responsible for purchasing manager and purchasing financial audits;continue sustainability program with the direction of Director of Culinary Operations;improve and standardize catering and banquet services, create menus based on client needs;implement innovative and fresh ideas in retail, 

 

What We Offer

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 Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring 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 standards and implements company policies;strong management skills and previous experience working in a high-volume facility;high end catering and dining experience and a passion for culinary arts; a strong production culinary background, ideally in an up-scale restaurant/retail/catering environment;experience leading and engaging a culinary team, with exceptional human resource and supervisory/management skillset;menu planning experience and a strong understanding of current culinary trends;proven to effectively communicate to multiple audiences and develop strong relationships with customers;the ability to multitask and proven effectiveness in a high-standards driven environment; Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

 

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.