Executive Chef 1

System ID 20417
Location US-NE-North Platte
Relocation No
Category Culinary

Type Full-Time
More information about this job:
Unit Description:

Are you a leader who enjoys helping others deal with change? Do you enjoy implementing new programs in a fast paced environment?

As Executive Chef for a new hospital sale based in North Platte, Nebraska you will lead the implementation of Sodexo programs including our proprietary Food Management systems, Culinary Planning andAt Your Request Room Service Dining. This facility is building a new kitchen and dining services.

Your success will be measured by your ability to follow HAACP standards, maintain/lower food costs, increase patient and customer satisfaction through improved food quality as well as the improvement of the culinary skills of the staff.

The ideal candidate has a strong culinary background, preferably with an institutional background such as a food management company, hotels, or full service dining, strong relational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

North Platte which is located half-way between Omaha and Denver has a regional airport providing daily flights to Denver International Airport. The Rocky Mountain National Park and North Platte Wildlife refuge are located only over 4 hours away. This community offers a low cost of living in quiet, safe and friendly neighborhoods. North Platte has a strong public and private school educational system including ten elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school. An affordable community college, MPCC offers a wide variety of majors including four year degrees via partnership with several 4-year institutions. If you love giving back, there are a number of charitable organizations ready to welcome you into the community. North Platte has a rich history that includes Native American and Western heritage. There are various museums celebrating its railroad history as well as the largest railroad yard in the world. In addition, easy day trips will take you to interesting small towns and communities close by. North Platte also offers over 6 golf courses.

Position Summary:
Designs, supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other kitchen personnel in a small account. This position is recognized as the technical expert, teacher and trainer for other chefs and cooks within the account. Selects and develops recipes and other items for clients. Develops menu, implements and trains HACCP, oversees/purchases food, establishes production levels and inventory controls, interviews and hires new chefs, manages/controls food cost issues and offer solutions. May cook selected items, and plan or price menus. Typically has chefs and cooks reporting to this position.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Basic Education Requirement - Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree
Basic Management Experience - 1 year
Basic Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Sodexo will require a background check and may require a drug screen for this position.
Sodexo is an EEO/AA/M/F/D/V employer.

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