Executive Chef 2

Are you inspired by great ingredients and creative cooking? At Sodexo, we bring these together for culinary innovation.

Sodexo is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and experienced Executive Chef 2 for Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. This individual will provide culinary leadership including menu planning, program execution, staff management and training. Vanderbilt Health is a growing health system, anchored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center, one of the largest and most prominent academic medical centers in the Southeast, with seven hospitals and more than 200 clinics across Tennessee and in neighboring states. Hospital has 1,000 licensed beds.

• be responsible for purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis and food production forecasting;
• ensure Sodexo Culinary standards including recipe compliance and food quality are implemented;
• have the ability and willingness to develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations;
• ensure food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standard compliance; and
• have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems.  
• be responsible for food management and scheduling
• preferably have KRONOS experience
• garnishing, panning charts, production, puree standardization, FMS sheets, inventory control, HACCP, cleaning schedules, staffing plans, presentation and quality of food, kitchen cleanliness, safety, etc. Sodexo standards will be the benchmark;
• 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

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.

- Implement & coordinate the culinary function. 
- Direct & train cooks & utility workers.
- Ensure food preparation & production meets operational standards.
- Manage catering, retail areas, and support patient dining
- Customer & Client satisfaction.
- Financial management to include food cost & labor management.
- Manage food & physical safety programs and inventory controls

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.

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.