Executive Chef 2

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Summary: Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef to implement the &friends brand vision, focusing on flavor-forward meals, engaging events, and a vibrant dining culture for students. Highlights: 1. Lead culinary operations and menu development with a passion for innovation. 2. Cultivate a dining experience built around flavor-forward meals and community. 3. Opportunity to motivate, coach, mentor, and develop culinary staff. Apply Now Role Overview: Sodexo powered by &friends is seeking an Executive Chef for Providence Academy, a private K-12 school in Johnson City, TN     You will be responsible for assisting in the implementation of the &friends brand and bringing its vision to life. That means embracing a dining experience built around flavor‑forward meals, flexible spaces, engaging events, and a culture where students can shine, chill, belong, and grow. The ideal candidate shares the &friends philosophy: not this or that—this & that. Great food & great community.   Set in the vibrant Tri‑Cities region, Johnson City offers a lively downtown, strong community feel, and easy access to mountain trails, lakes, and scenic views. What You'll Do: be responsible for purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis and food production; oversee the PrimeroEdge food management system menu development; ensure Sodexo Culinary standards including recipe compliance and food quality are implemented and maintained; oversee catering functions  have the ability and willingness to motivate, coach, mentor and develop frontline (hourly-paid staff); provide stellar customer/client service; ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance; and have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems. 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: a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends; previous experience in a K-12 environment is preferred; excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards; strong coaching and employee development skills a passion for food and innovation. 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 experience Minimum Management Experience - 2 years Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc. Apply Now