Executive Chef 3
Today• Greeley, CO
CO Salary Range: USD 62,300.00 - 94,270.00 per year
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Role Overview
As chefs, we have the power to influence lives through the power of food.
Sodexo has an opportunity for an experienced culinary leader as an Executive Chef 3 at the University of Northern Colorado located in Greeley, CO. As the Executive Chef, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable food experiences across a vibrant campus community, serving resident dining, retail outlets, catering, and special events. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking team that values creativity, leadership, and excellence in collegiate dining.
What You'll Do
- Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, safety, and presentation exceed expectations;
- Develop creative, seasonal, and diverse menus tailored to student preferences and nutritional standards;
- Supervise and train a diverse culinary team, promoting a culture of mentorship and professional growth;
- Collaborate with front-of-house and administrative staff to streamline operations and exceed client satisfaction;
- Manage food and labor costs, procurement, inventory control, and sustainability initiatives; and/or
- Ensure compliance with all Sodexo, local, and federal food safety and sanitation standards.
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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 in a high-volume environment;
- strong management skills and experience;
- menu planning experience and a strong understanding of current culinary trends;
- proficient computer skills, highly organized, and detail-focused;
- a proven ability to set up processes, create efficiencies, and solve problems with little to no direction;
- ServSafe Certified with proven working knowledge of HAACP; and
- C.E.C. (Certified Executive Chef) a plus.
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.
Client-provided location(s): Greeley, CO
Job ID: Sodexo-29274551
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-22T18:52:01
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion