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Executive Chef 2

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $70,975.00 - $91,850.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision care
wellness programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off
company holidays
Career growth opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in providing integrated food services and facilities management, committed to enhancing quality of life and contributing to economic, social, and environmental progress across the communities it serves. With a diverse portfolio, Sodexo partners with clients across various industries to deliver memorable dining and hospitality experiences. Their focus on inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity aims to create a supportive and respectful workplace where every employee is encouraged to thrive and contribute meaningfully.

The Executive Chef 2 role at Sodexo is a pivotal position within the Corporate Services dining environment. This culinary leadership role demands expertise in managing high-end food operations designed to meet the sophisticated needs of a professional, business-focused clientele. The Executive Chef 2 is responsible for overseeing daily culinary operations, including cafe service, catering, and executive dining, to ensure an exceptional hospitality-driven experience that aligns with Sodexo’s rigorous standards and the client’s expectations. This position is central to delivering innovative menu solutions and maintaining operational excellence.

The Executive Chef 2 will lead and mentor kitchen teams to consistently achieve outstanding food quality and presentation. The role encompasses responsibilities such as developing contemporary, creative menus that cater to corporate tastes, managing food costs, inventory, purchasing, and waste control to meet financial targets, and ensuring full compliance with food safety and sanitation standards. Additionally, this role requires close collaboration with General Managers and client teams to support special events, VIP functions, and continuous service enhancements.

With a competitive salary that reflects the candidate’s education, skills, and experience, the Executive Chef 2 position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision care, wellness programs, 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, career growth opportunities, and tuition reimbursement. Sodexo emphasizes fair and equitable compensation, rewarding those who bring culinary creativity, professionalism, and strong leadership to the corporate dining landscape.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with robust culinary leadership experience in corporate dining, hospitality, or high-volume foodservice environments. The successful Executive Chef 2 will exhibit strong skills in training and motivating kitchen staff, implementing cost controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and demonstrating a passion for elevated modern cuisine. Effective communication and the ability to collaborate with clients, managers, and team members are essential qualities for success.

Joining Sodexo means being part of an organization that values diversity, inclusion, and the unique contributions of each employee. The company is dedicated to fostering a workplace environment where everyone feels respected, heard, and empowered to be their authentic selves. Sodexo’s commitment to equal employment opportunity ensures that all applicants are considered fairly regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or legally protected characteristics.

In summary, the Executive Chef 2 at Sodexo offers an exciting leadership role in a dynamic corporate dining setting, providing opportunities to innovate, lead, and excel in culinary arts while contributing to a better everyday experience for clients and colleagues alike.

Job Requirements

  • Associate's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 2 years management experience
  • Minimum 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Job Qualifications

  • Associate's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 2 years management experience
  • Minimum 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and inspire kitchen teams while maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation
  • Solid knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices, and regulatory compliance
  • Experience with menu development, cost control, inventory management, and purchasing
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Creativity and professionalism in delivering elevated, modern cuisine

Job Duties

  • Lead daily culinary operations across cafe service, catering, and executive dining in a corporate environment
  • Develop and execute creative, modern menus tailored to a professional clientele
  • Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff to ensure consistent, high-quality culinary execution
  • Manage food cost, inventory, purchasing, and waste control to support financial targets
  • Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Partner with the General Manager and client teams to support events, VIP functions, and service enhancements

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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