Job Description

Job Description

Role Overview:

Sodexo  is seeking an Executive Chef for Northern Arizona University  located in  Flagstaff, AZ . The Executive Chef will oversee the culinary operations of a full service casual restaurant on the edge of campus serving the campus community as well as the Flagstaff community.  Intention is to be accesssible to students as well as a viable dining experience for Flagstqaff locals and visitors.  The restaurant team is an important part of the entire campus dining team.  Northern Arizona University is a medium sized public university with large residential population.  Campus does have HRM program.  Restaurant catering is growing as well as the reputation of the restaurant itself.  Currently holds the best restaurant chili in Flagstaff trophy! 

What You'll Do:

• manage restaurant culinary operations - averaging 125-200 covers per day
• ensure Customer & Client satisfaction
• Manages food & physical safety program
• 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;
• develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations; and
• 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 in a restaurant setting 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; and
• 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 experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

 

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Casual work, Local area, Worldwide,

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