Executive Chef 2

Executive Chef 2

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Executive Chef 2 for the Training Table TCU in Fort Worth, TX. This Executive Chef will be responsible for the dining operation that serves TCU athletes. This operation is $3.2M in volume. Our chef will have a high level of interaction with the Athletic Department staff - coaches, nutritionists, administration, and players. This is a position for a very innovative, creative and client/customer driven culinarian, with strong financial skills.

TCU Training Table is a high-performance dining program designed to support the nutritional needs, recovery, and overall well-being of student-athletes, coaches, and football staff. Operating as an integral component of the athletics department, the training table delivers chef-driven, nutritionally balanced meals aligned with sports dietitian guidelines and performance goals.

The program provides daily meal service, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and supplemental fueling options, tailored to meet the demands of training cycles, competition schedules, and position-specific requirements. Menus are strategically developed to offer a balance of lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, and functional ingredients that promote strength, endurance, and recovery.

What You'll Do

• 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

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 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 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 culinary standards
• strong coaching and employee development skills
• have a passion for food and innovation.

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 experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.