Executive Chef 3 Job at Sodexo, West New York, NJ

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  • Sodexo
  • West New York, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Role Overview:

Do you strive to create amazing culinary experiences?

 

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE! 


Sodexo’s Campus Services is seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef 3 to lead culinary operations at a vibrant university campus in Western, NY. In this role, you will bring innovation, creativity, and leadership to deliver exceptional dining experiences that delight students, faculty, and guests every day.

 

As the Executive Chef, you will drive culinary excellence through menu innovation, team development, and operational efficiency — ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability.

Incentives: RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE! What You'll Do:
  • Lead and oversee all back-of-house culinary operations , including menu planning, recipe execution, food safety, and sanitation.

  • Train, mentor, and develop culinary staff, fostering a positive and engaging team culture.

  • Champion sustainability initiatives and support local sourcing and purchasing programs .

  • Ensure compliance with Sodexo’s culinary standards and client expectations.

  • Maintain strong on-the-floor leadership presence during service to ensure quality and consistency.

  • Manage ordering, inventory, and food cost control to achieve financial goals.

  • Partner with front-of-house teams to deliver a cohesive and memorable guest experience

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:
  • Proven experience leading culinary operations in a high-volume or campus dining environment .

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop diverse teams.

  • Expertise in culinary techniques, food trends, and recipe development .

  • Commitment to food safety, sanitation, and sustainability practices .

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.

  • A hands-on, collaborative leadership style and a passion for culinary 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 - 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.

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Local area, Worldwide, Relocation package,

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