Job Description

Sodexo Senior Living is seeking an Executive Chef 2 for The Keele Center, in Delray Beach, Florida. This is a 5-star, state-of-the-art luxury community with a medical detox unit, an Older Adult residential treatment program, residential treatment programming for affluent individuals, as well as neurocognitive services, research, and medical education. This account operates on a luxury resort platform with a fine dining level atmosphere and attention to detail.

This Executive Chef will oversee the dining operations for the Keele Center and will support an off-site residential unit with private dining. Dining operations are restaurant style including made-to-order meals and high-end buffets. Will manage a staff of approximately 20 employees. Typical shift will be 10:00 am- 7:00pm, may vary, including one weekend day and some holidays.

What You'll Do

• manage the daily food production including production planning and controls;
• have fine dining experience;
• have a strong understanding of wellness and healthy dining;
• ensure Sodexo Culinary Standards including recipe compliance and food quality;
• manage food costing, controls and compliance;
• develop menus and manage inventory;
• 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; and
• knowledge of Sodexo Food Management System (FMS) is preferred.

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

• prior executive chef experience in high-end dining and catering;
• excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of standards and implements company policies; and
• strong management and hospitality skills.

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 - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.