Executive Chef 2

Sodexo's Good Eating Company (GEC) in Durham, NC operates as a premier provider of culinary services within a tech-driven corporate environment. As part of Sodexo, a global leader in food services and facilities management, GEC emphasizes a modern approach to corporate dining that blends creativity, quality, and sustainability. This establishment caters primarily to clients in the technology sector, fostering an environment where innovation and elevated hospitality meet. Through its commitment to scratch cooking and the use of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, GEC stands out as an innovative culinary brand dedicated to delivering fresh, high-quality, and delicious dining experiences. Sodexo values diversity, inclusion, and employee development, ensuring a supportive workplace culture that champions respect, equal opportunity, and personal growth.

The role of Executive Sous Chef at GEC is integral to sustaining and advancing the company’s culinary vision. This position supports a chef-driven corporate dining program designed for a fast-paced, collaborative tech company culture with high expectations for food quality and service excellence. As Executive Sous Chef, you will oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure consistent, high-quality production across all culinary stations. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to develop seasonal, scratch-made menus inspired by local flavors and culinary innovation which are perfectly aligned with the demands of a tech campus environment.

Beyond daily kitchen leadership, this role extends to elevating the overall dining experience by championing elevated presentation standards and applying a hospitality-first mindset. Additionally, the Executive Sous Chef contributes to catering and high-profile events, assisting in planning and executing VIP functions and executive dining experiences that showcase culinary expertise and creativity. Leadership and staff development are key, with responsibilities including cultivating a skilled culinary team through mentoring, coaching, and ongoing training.

Operational management forms another critical aspect of the position. In partnership with the Executive Chef, the Executive Sous Chef manages kitchen systems related to ordering, inventory, forecasting, and adherence to food safety compliance, following Sodexo and GEC operational standards. Compensation for this role is competitive and determined by the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. Sodexo supports its employees with a comprehensive benefits package that promotes wellbeing and career growth.

This position is perfectly suited for culinary professionals who are passionate about scratch cooking, thrive in dynamic, innovation-oriented environments, and have a proven track record of leadership within food service operations. Those in the role will find Sodexo’s core values of improving daily lives, fostering community progress, and embracing diversity and inclusion to be firmly integrated into the workplace culture. Joining GEC as Executive Sous Chef offers the opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking culinary operation that prioritizes quality, creativity, and exceptional guest experiences within one of the most vibrant tech communities in Durham, NC.