Executive Chef 2

Role Overview Inspire students through food, and teach them what’s possible through sustainable resources. SodexoMAGIC is seeking an Executive Chef at Central State University in Wilberforce, OH. The best-qualified Executive Chef will balance a strategic, program-driven approach with strong, hands‑on kitchen experience and the ability to deliver results through others. A critical element of the role is ensuring staff accessibility, achieved by being on the floor during service hours and demonstrating strong leadership. This position manages all aspects of back‑of‑the‑house operations, including ordering, inventory, staff training, and development, and has a significant involvement in sustainability and local purchasing programs. Central State University is an HBCU (Historically Black College/University) that is 35 minutes from Springfield and Dayton. Reporting to the General Manager, the Executive Chef will be responsible for the culinary direction of the residential dining hall, retail outlets, and catering. Dining services on campus offer resident dining for 1500+ students, a WOW Cafe, SubConnection, and a Grocery Store. 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;and/or have a 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 culinary standards; strong coaching and employee development skills; have a passion for food and innovation. Qualifications & Requirements 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr