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Do you strive to create amazing culinary experiences? Are you looking for a culinary role

where you can make a difference?

*Relocation Package Assistance*

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Executive Chef 3 for Troy University located in Troy, Alabama, just one hour from the capital, Montgomery and only 3 1/2 hour drive to the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores, AL The Executive Chef will lead the culinary functions at Trojan Dining Hall, featuring 9 different stations. In addition, the Executive Chef will be responsible for budgeting, cost control and execution of the menu cycle; assure that food production is in compliance with the Drive program; and hire and train culinary staff for all locations.

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

  • a strong culinary background in Campus Dining or other high volume, fast paced environments;
  • 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.

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

Sound like the Culinary Leadership role you have been seeking? APPLY TODAY and join Sodexo Team at Troy University!

To learn more about Troy Dining - visit: https://www.troy.edu/student-life-resources/dining-services.html

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.


Not the job for you?
At Sodexo, we offer Culinary positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search for Culinary jobs.

Working for Sodexo:
At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great culinary career. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance, reimbursement of association dues and continuing education opportunities, you’ll enjoy an improved quality of life that’s unique in the hospitality industry.


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.


Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Basic Management Experience - 3 years

Basic Functional Experience - 3 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.

Application Instructions

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