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Sodexo is looking for a Senior Area Executive Chef for a potential new sale in San Deigo, California.

The Senior Area Executive Chef will be responsible for the oversight of our culinary teams at three locations, innovation, and creativity of our upscale dining program. We are seeking an Executive Chef with a varied background in culinary programs and ethnic cuisine and execution. Our successful candidate will have both restaurant and contract food service experience.

The Senior Area Executive Chef will be at the forefront of culinary excellence, curating upscale hospitality experiences that delight our discerning clientele. Your responsibilities include overseeing kitchen operations, managing a team of talented cooks and chefs, and consistently delivering premium culinary offerings that elevate our brand.

Responsibilities include:

• Culinary Leadership: Spearhead premium culinary initiatives, ensuring the highest quality in all culinary offerings

• Catering Excellence: Plan and execute memorable catered events, from intimate gatherings to large-scale functions

• Menu Development: Craft innovative and enticing menus, considering dietary preferences and trends

• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with culinary and service teams to maintain a seamless and exceptional hospitality experience across three locations

The successful candidate will:

• Ensure all food always looks and tastes great and is visually appetizing when served

• Be strong all-round culinary ability and strong craft skills in all areas of professional cookery, including main courses; salads; sauce work; and pastry and baking

• Have a strong knowledge of food and able to cook using multiple styles of cuisine recognizing and reacting to contemporary trends

• Use correct food terminology and cooking methods

• Constantly looking for new recipes and new ideas and initiatives that will improve both the quality of food and service as a whole

• Play a key role and enthusiastically mentors’ culinary personnel

• Be able to travel out of state as needed

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 - 5 years

Basic Functional Experience - 3 years

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

Location US-CA-San Diego

System ID 977048

Category Culinary

Relocation Type No

Employment Status Full-Time

Posted Range $90500 to $136950

Company : Segment Desc CORPORATE SERVICES SEGMENT (US)

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