Executive Chef 3 - Sodexo

Role Overview

Join Sodexo as Executive Chef 3 at Phoenix Children’s Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona!

Be part of a top-tier pediatric hospital with 457 beds, renowned for exceptional care. Lead our dynamic, high-volume food service team, featuring a full-service Café, physicians lounge, Starbucks, and more. Oversee food production, staff, and customer service to deliver outstanding dining experiences for everyone.

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What You'll Do

• oversee daily operations for the hospital's cafe, physician's lounge, Starbucks and coffee cart;
• be responsible for yearly evaluation and goals for chefs and managers through the use of Ingenium;
• monitor, audit, implement and standardize new menus;
• be responsible for Food and Physical Safety and annual training for all hourly associates; 
• conduct audits, create action plans based on audit findings and be responsible for keeping and updating GC audit books;
• manage scheduling, inventory, and ordering processes to ensure smooth operations.
• Work a rotating schedule with first shift hours, including weekends and holidays as required.

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

• excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of standards and implements company policies;
• strong management skills and previous experience working in a high-volume facility;
• demonstrated experience leading and engaging a culinary team and exceptional human resource and supervisory/management skillset;
• the ability to successfully lead, develop and train a team;
• the ability to creatively and effectively problem-solve and manage projects;
• Servsafe certified as well as working knowledge of HACCP and experience with Health and Safety audits; and/or C.E.C. (Certified Executive Chef) a plus.

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 experienceMinimum 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.