Role Overview:
Join a great team where students are at the heart of everything we do!
Sodexo's Campus Segment is seeking an Executive Chef 2 to lead the Catering Department at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) , a private research university in Troy, NY. This role requires a hands-on culinarian with strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to deliver both high-volume production and elevated, VIP-level cuisine. The Executive Chef will oversee all on- and off-campus catering operations, collaborate with campus partners, and ensure exceptional guest satisfaction.
What You'll Do:Lead the culinary operations for all catering events, from large-scale productions to intimate, high-end dinners.
Design and execute custom menus that reflect creativity, quality, and precision.
Manage purchasing, inventory, food cost analysis, and production forecasting .
Ensure compliance with Sodexo culinary standards , recipes, and food quality expectations.
Oversee food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
Develop, train, and motivate the culinary team to achieve excellence and embrace innovation.
Partner in menu planning, labor scheduling, and marketing initiatives .
Provide an exceptional customer service experience to students, faculty, and VIP guests.
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:
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring:Proven ability to produce gourmet, high-volume cuisine and deliver VIP-level service .
Strong background in menu development, purchasing, and financial controls .
Excellent leadership and team development skills with a passion for mentoring staff.
Creative approach to food trends and culinary innovation .
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Working knowledge of food inventory, ordering, and production management systems .
Commitment to excellence in quality, service, and guest satisfaction .
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.
Senior Data Engineer (Cloud Operations Resilience Engineering) Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you... ...and Cloud based data warehousing services such as Redshift and Snowflake Share your passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting...
Email Marketing Specialist, Consumer Revenue Join to apply for the Email Marketing Specialist, Consumer Revenue role at Trader InteractiveEmail... ...for you and your lifestyle - yes, this means you can be 100% remote if you want to be!What We OfferAn inclusive and...
...our team as a Plumber I! Were currently looking for Plumber I candidates. The position of Plumber I is critical to learning the plumbing trade and steadily improving both quality and speed over time. RESPONSIBILITIES Studiously learn the necessary aspects of...
...seeking a skilled and experienced Data Center Construction Project Manager to join our dream team. We are not headhunters. We don't just... ...installation, testing, and commissioning of MEP systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, and fire protection. -...
...To process clean linen through the laundry equipment and have it ready for the guest each and every day in a timely manner. To ensure... ...washing and processing. What will I be doing? As a Laundry Attendant, you would be responsible for maintaining a constant supply of...