Executive Chef 2

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Role Overview

Are you a Culinarian who strives to create exceptional culinary experiences?

Sodexo Corporate Services is looking for a hands-on Executive Chef 2 to join our team at Daikin in Waller, TX. The food operation consists of 3 cafes, 3 coffee bars, micro-markets and catering operations. Reporting to the Campus Chef, the Executive Chef 2 will oversee culinary operations for the main cafe and Starbucks. The main cafe has 6 stations (action/exhibition, deli, grill, main entree, salad bar and global station).

Incentives

Please note that Daikin is 24/ manufacturing operations, so while this position offers a traditional Business & Industry, Predominately M-F schedule, our ideal candidate must be flexible to work some evenings and weekends when needed.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the culinary management team to manage all aspects of food preparation, product handling, equipment utilization, and food safety.
• 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 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

We are looking for a Chef who:

• Creative problem-solver who brings passion, excitement, and new ideas
• Constantly looking for new recipes and new ideas and initiatives that will improve both the quality of food and service as a whole
• Recognizing and reacting to contemporary trends
• Corporate Dining Experience
• Play a key role and enthusiastically mentor culinary personnel.

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.