Executive Chef 4

**RELOCATION OR SIGN ON BONUS OFFERED!**

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Executive Chef 4 at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC for our top leadership role in culinary operations.  Medstar Washington Hospital Center's patient-first philosophy combines care, compassion and clinical excellence with an emphasis on customer service in this 900 bed hospital. 

This position will be responsible for oversight of all culinary operations, ensuring excellence in front and back of the house operations in retail, patient services and catering operations. Leadership, process improvement, culinary innovation and execution, financial management, culinary team development, client relationships, and a willingness to support and serve others with a “One Team” attitude are all attributes that will ensure success in this top culinary leadership role. 

• implement and standardize all culinary systems and procedures for hospital: Catering, Retail menus, garnishing, panning charts, production, puree standardization, inventory control, cleaning schedules, staffing plans, presentation and quality of food, kitchen cleanliness, safety, etc. Sodexo standards will be the benchmark

• monitoring, Audits, implementation and standardization for new menus
• be responsible for Food and Physical Safety and annual training for all hourly associates
• continue sustainability program with the direction of Director of Culinary
• implement innovative and fresh ideas in retail, catering and patient services
• create interpersonal relationships with clients in hospital

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.

• a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends
• 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
• creative and effective problem-solving and project management skills
• proficient computer skills as well as exceptional organizational and customer services skills

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 - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years