Catering Executive Chef 3

Sodexo Corporate Services is a leading global provider of integrated facilities management and food services, committed to improving the quality of life for clients, customers, and employees wherever they operate. With a broad portfolio that spans across food services, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions, Sodexo serves various sectors worldwide, including corporate, healthcare, education, and government. Their mission is to create better everyday experiences by prioritizing culinary excellence, innovation, and career development within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Located on Liberty Mutual’s Campus in Boston, MA, Sodexo is seeking a dynamic and highly organized Catering Executive Chef 3 to lead their elevated culinary and catering program at Liberty Mutual’s corporate headquarters. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced, hands-on culinary leader thriving in a fast-paced, high-profile corporate setting. The role emphasizes supporting executive clients, managing large-scale events, and overseeing daily conferencing operations with a strong emphasis on quality and presentation. This role demands a chef who is not only adept at food preparation but also skilled in managing culinary operations, mentoring team members, and collaborating closely with various departments to deliver exceptional catering experiences.

As the Catering Executive Chef 3, you will oversee all catering culinary operations supporting 35 conference rooms and lead the execution of day-to-day catering, executive dining, and high-touch special events. The role requires a 60-70% hands-on approach to production, allowing you to remain actively involved in food preparation while demonstrating strong leadership to a team of four hourly employees, including cooks and utility staff. You will be responsible for menu development, managing event proposals and tastings, and ensuring strict adherence to food quality, safety, and sanitation standards. Additionally, you will be in charge of ordering, inventory management, labor costs, and food cost control, ensuring the operation runs efficiently and aligns with budgetary objectives.

This role is ideal for a candidate who is extremely detail-oriented, highly organized, and experienced in high-volume corporate catering environments. Comfortable working in a client-facing executive setting, you will have excellent leadership and communication skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with the Catering Manager and other stakeholders to provide memorable dining experiences. At Sodexo, culinary excellence is paired with a strong culture of respect, collaboration, and professional growth, offering opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning.

Compensation is fair and equitable, based on education level, relevant experience, skills, and training, with comprehensive benefits that support employee wellness and development. Sodexo values diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully, with a commitment to equal employment opportunities. Joining Sodexo means becoming part of a company dedicated to creating a better everyday for everyone through exemplary service and innovative culinary solutions.