Sodexo is hiring for an Executive Chef 3 at UTMB in Galveston, TX. The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all culinary operations across the organization, including patient dining, retail food operations, and catering services. This role provides strategic leadership to ensure high-quality food production, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and exceptional service standards in a healthcare environment.The ideal candidate combines strong technical culinary expertise with proven leadership, operational, and financial acumen.
What You'll Do implement and standardize all culinary systems and procedures for hospital;manage, direct, and mentor frontline staff;procurement and purchasing;create menus based on client needs;implement innovative and fresh ideas in retail, catering, and patient services;create interpersonal relationships with client. What We OfferCompensation 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 Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring a strong culinary background with the ability to produce and present a high quality standard of food;menu planning experience and a strong understanding of current culinary trendsstrong management skills and experience;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/or;C.E.C. (Certified Executive Chef) a plus. Who We AreAt 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 & RequirementsMinimum 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.