Executive Chef 2

Role Overview

Sodexo has an exciting opportunity for an Executive Chef 2 for St. Mary of the Woods, a continuing care retirement community located in Avon, Ohio near Cleveland. The Executive Chef will oversee the dining operations serving approximately 150 residents (all levels of care). Operations include a small bistro, dining room service, and catering. The Executive Chef will report to the General Manager and manage approximately 20 cooks. The typical shift will be 11:00 am - 7:30 pm, with variations including every other weekend coverage.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the daily kitchen operations including menu planning and food ordering.
• Ensure Sodexo Culinary Standards including recipe compliance and food quality.
• Be hands-on and have the ability and willingness to develop and train employees.
• Knowledge of Food Management Systems/Software is preferred.

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

We are looking for candidates who have:

• A strong culinary background, ideally in a senior living or healthcare setting.
• Experience with food ordering.
• Menu planning experience and an understanding of special diets is helpful.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of standards and implement company policies.
• A strong understanding of forecasting, food cost management, purchasing, inventory, and labor management concepts.
• The ability to successfully lead, develop, and train a team.
• Proficient computer skills as well as exceptional organizational and customer service skills.
• Servsafe certified as well as working knowledge of HACCP and experience with Health and Safety audits.

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