Executive Chef 3

Company: Sodexo -Group
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 10, 2025

Job Description:

Role OverviewSodexo is seeking a talented and innovative Executive Chef 3 at Howard University Hospital to lead our culinary team in delivering an exceptional dining experience. This role is perfect for a creative and passionate culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.Howard University Hospital is the only teaching hospital located on the campus of a historically black university (HBCU) in the United States.Sodexo offers a range of services to healthcare facilities, including food, nutrition, environmental, facilities management, healthcare technology management, retail, and patient experience services. Employees at our healthcare sites play a crucial role in enhancing patient experience and well-being.What You'll Do

• Directly manage retail, patient feeding, catering chefs as well as purchasing and catering manager.
• Maintain chef/manager schedules; cover chefs/manager schedule as needed.
• Be responsible for yearly evaluation and goals for chefs and managers.
• Implement and standardize all culinary systems and procedures for the hospital: Catering, Retail menus, garnishing, panning charts, production, puree standardization, FMS sheets, inventory control, presentation and quality of food, kitchen cleanliness, safety, etc. Sodexo standards will be the benchmark.
• Monitor, audit, implement and standardize new menus.
• Be responsible for Food and Physical Safety and training for all associates.
• Conduct audits, create action plans based on audit findings and be responsible for keeping and updating audit books.What We OfferCompensation 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, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends.
    • Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest standards and implement company policies.
    • Strong management skills and previous experience working in a high-volume facility.
    • High-end catering and dining experience and a passion for culinary arts.
    • Proficient computer skills as well as exceptional organizational and customer service skills.Who We AreAt 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.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 & RequirementsMinimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.Minimum Management Experience - 3 years.Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.
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