Executive Chef 2

Sodexo is currently seeking an Executive Chef 2 for a premier corporate services account Genzyme in Cambridge, MA . In this highly visible culinary role, you will direct and participate in all of the food production process at the unit. You will be responsible for the culinary direction of the account's full service caf, satellite locations and high end catering operations. In this role, you will be responsible for local sustainable food sourcing, seasonal menu development, catering operations and presentation of menus with an emphasis on wellness options. Responsibilities also include: menu planning/creation, hands-on food preparation, inventory, purchasing, food costing, training, leading, managing the culinary team within the portfolio, managing food/labor costs, special events, direct client and customer interaction and supervision of up to 14 nonunion hourly associates. You will also play a key role in development, and implementation of, an innovative "Food Focused" Culinary program. This is truly an opportunity to demonstrate your love of food and creative approach to it.

The successful candidate will have at least 2 years culinary management experience, a proven track record with creative and current culinary trends, high end and high volume catering, experience as well as excellent leadership, communication and customer service skills. Prior culinary experience in a corporate setting would be a plus for this role.

Position Summary

Designs, supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other kitchen personnel in a medium to large account. This position is recognized as the technical expert, teacher and trainer for other chefs and cooks within the account. Selects and develops recipes and other items for clients. Develops menu, implements and trains HACCP, oversees/purchases food, establishes production levels and inventory controls, interviews and hires new chefs, manages/controls food cost issues and offer solutions, may train other chefs outside account. May cook selected items, and plan or price menus. Typically has chefs and cooks reporting to this position.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree

Basic Management Experience - 2 years

Basic Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Sodexo will require a background check and may require a drug screen for this position.

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

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