Unit Description:

We believe in quality ingredients – and not just for our food.

Our most valuable ingredient – the heart of our business – is you.

Sodexo is seeking a talented chef to lead our child nutrition partnership with Del Valle Independent School District in southeast Austin, TX. Our ideal candidate would have previous K-12 experience and be familiar with the USDA regulations for NSLP, NSBP and summer feeding options. Other qualities would be, proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel), UFS, and Kronos. This is an action filled job were the candidate will be directly involved with the daily operations of their assigned schools, providing leadership and training for the staff as well as ensuring we are exceeding customer and client expectations. Must be able to manage multiple tasks and resolve complex issues simultaneously. with a focus on client relationship building in an effort to propel the Child Nutrition program to exciting and innovative heights. The Child Nutrition Program operates the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs (NSLP and NSBP), under USDA regulations. A successful candidate will understand and successfully run a highly regulated culinary operation while finding creative avenues to offer students fresh and unique dishes. Culinary degree and 3 years K12 experience required, per the client.

Provides culinary leadership within a large sized unit including menu planning, program execution and staff management & training.  Works directly with internal and external clients managing the catering process from beginning through execution. 

Key Duties

- Implements & coordinates the culinary function. 

- Directs & trains cooks & utility workers.

-Obtain student feedback to inform culinary decisions.

-Exhibition cooking for students to drive engagement.

- Ensures food preparation & production meets operational standards.

- Manages catering & a la carte areas. 

- Partnering with clients for program planning. 

- Communication with client to ensure and maintain satisfaction.

- Menu planning in accordance with USDA regulations for National School Lunch/Breakfast Programs.     

- Customer & Client satisfaction.

- Financial management to include food cost & labor management.

- Manages food & physical safety programs.

- Valid driver's license required. 

Not the job for you?

At Sodexo, we offer Culinary positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Campus, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. .

Working for Sodexo:

At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great culinary career. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance, reimbursement of association dues and continuing education opportunities, you’ll enjoy an improved quality of life that’s unique in the hospitality industry.

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.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Basic Management Experience - 2 years

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 is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.