Sodexo is hiring an experienced Executive Chef 2 for The University of Tulsa in Tulsa, OK. The University of Tulsa Dining Services takes pride in offering a premier country club culinary feel, providing students and faculty with exceptional dining experiences reminiscent of an exclusive and refined atmosphere. The Executive Chef will manage our newly remodeled resident dining hall and limited mobile offerings. Our dining platform, atmosphere, and engagement foster a culture of respect, collaboration and professional growth.

More about the University of Tulsa:

The University of Tulsa is a prestigious educational institution located in the vibrant and culturally rich city of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Situated in the heart of the city, the university offers a picturesque campus with beautiful architecture, lush green spaces, and state-of-the-art facilities. Beyond the campus, the surrounding area of Tulsa offers a dynamic blend of arts, entertainment, and outdoor activities. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of parks, trails, and outdoor recreational areas in and around Tulsa, offering opportunities for hiking, biking, and other outdoor adventures. With its combination of academic excellence, cultural offerings, and natural beauty, the University of Tulsa and its surrounding area provide a vibrant and enriching experience for students and residents alike.

The successful candidate will:

• 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 and excellence,

• ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance and procedures; and/or
• have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems.

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:

• have high quality food service experience in high volume, premier culinary environment

• have a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends,
• have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively;
• have a passion for food and innovation
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, manage coaching and employee development skills; and/or
• demonstrate working knowledge of DRIVE, The Market Connection (TMC) and is proficient in computer skills and report management experience. This does not apply to external candidates.

Careers in Universities:

Working for Sodexo in Universities allows you to support students on their path to adulthood and academic success. Located on college and university campuses across the country, Sodexo creates clean, safe living and learning environments that inspire and drive success. Student success depends upon so many conditions – when they are well fed, safe, comfortable and learning in a clean, well-maintained environment they are more likely to succeed.

Learn more about The University of Tulsa at https://www.utulsa.edu

What We Offer

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

Position Summary

Provides culinary leadership within a premier residential dining hall location including menu planning, program execution and staff management & development. Works directly with Campus Executive Chef to execute additional programs and support all unit locations.

Key Duties

- Implements & coordinates the residential culinary program
- Directs & develops culinary staff and utility workers
- Ensures food preparation & production meets operational standards
- Manages limited offerings in Mobile Order Station
- Customer & Client satisfaction
- Unit Financial management including food cost and labor management
- Manages all internal and external food & physical safety programs

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Basic Management Experience - 2 years
Basic Functional Experience - 2 years' work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

Provides culinary leadership within a medium sized unit including menu planning, program execution and staff management & training. Works directly with internal and external clients managing the catering process from beginning through execution.
Key Duties
- Implements & coordinates the culinary function.
- Directs & trains cooks & utility workers.
- Ensures food preparation & production meets operational standards.
- Manages catering & retail areas.
- Customer & Client satisfaction.
- Financial management to include food cost & labor management.
- Manages food & physical safety programs.

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Basic Management Experience - 2 years
Basic Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.