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Executive Chef Position

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all food production operations at East Texas A&M University in Commerce, Texas. This hands-on culinary leader will oversee high-volume food production across residential dining, retail venues, and catering services, ensuring exceptional food quality and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily food production for multiple dining venues and catering events;
• Lead production planning, recipe compliance, and batch cooking processes;
• Manage food cost controls, purchasing, inventory, and waste reduction initiatives;
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and Sodexo standards;
• Collaborate with operations leaders to enhance the overall dining experience.

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.

Qualifications

• A strong culinary background with experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, or culinary leader;
• Experience managing food production in a high-volume environment;
• Knowledge of food cost controls, inventory management, and production planning;
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations;
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills;
• A passion for quality food and continuous improvement.

About Sodexo

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 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.