Executive Chef 3 Job at Sodexo, Kearney, NE

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  • Sodexo
  • Kearney, NE

Job Description

Job Description

Role Overview:

Bring your culinary creativity and leadership to  Sodexo at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK)! As an  Executive Chef 3 , you’ll lead a talented culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences for students, faculty, and guests. If you’re passionate about fresh, innovative menus and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is your chance to make an impact on campus dining.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead all culinary operations, including menu planning, production, and presentation.
  • Ensure food quality, safety, and compliance with Sodexo standards and client expectations.
  • Manage and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork.
  • Control food and labor costs while maintaining high standards of service and creativity.
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 as an Executive Chef or in a similar leadership role.
  • Strong culinary skills with a passion for innovation and quality.
  • Ability to manage budgets, inventory, and operational efficiencies.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills to inspire and develop your team.
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,

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