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Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef at The College of New Jersey! The Executive Chef will be responsible for all Food and Beverage in all Retail and Catering locations, must be creative, innovative and strong understanding of operational finances. The employee base is unionized, there is a lot of client/student interaction, candidate must be visible during meal periods, work closely with all culinary and management staff.

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
• have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems
• manage food costing, controls and compliance
• ability to develop menus
• have high expectations for customer service and quality of food;
• have the ability and willingness to develop and train front-line employees
• have a passion for food and innovation
• have knowledge of special diets and allergens
• knowledge of Sodexo Food Management System (DRIVE) is preferred
• Knowledge of Market Connection
• Knowledge of the Purchase Awareness Monitor
• Knowledge of Sodexo Physical & Food Safety Standards (Eco Sure)

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

• a strong culinary background, 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
• have a passion for food and innovation

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.

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.

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.

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.