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Executive Chef 3

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $89,250.00 - $115,500.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision care
wellness programs
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals and communities through integrated service solutions. Established worldwide, Sodexo partners with clients across various sectors, including corporate services, hospitality, healthcare, and education, delivering tailored programs that enrich experiences and streamline operations. The company is known for its dedication to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability, fostering an environment where employees are valued and empowered to contribute their best work. Sodexo’s presence in corporate services focuses on providing exceptional dining experiences that meet the evolving needs of clients and their employees, ensuring convenience, quality, and innovation in food offerings.

The Executive Chef 3 at Sodexo Corporate Services is a pivotal senior culinary leadership role tasked with overseeing all aspects of culinary operations within a high-profile corporate environment. This role is ideal for a dynamic and creative chef who thrives in fast-paced settings and is passionate about delivering exceptional food quality and innovative menus. The Executive Chef 3 leads by example, working hands-on alongside culinary teams to cultivate a culture of excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include directing café services, managing catering operations, and maintaining rigorous food safety and compliance standards in accordance with Sodexo’s policies and regulatory requirements.

In addition to operational oversight, the Executive Chef 3 is responsible for driving menu innovation that balances creativity with cost control and meets unique client preferences. This includes developing seasonal and on-trend menus that keep dining experiences fresh and engaging for customers. Financial stewardship is another key aspect, requiring management of food costs, purchasing, inventory, and forecasting to support budget goals and maximize profitability. A strong emphasis is placed on team development, where the Executive Chef 3 recruits, trains, mentors, and inspires culinary staff to build a high-performing and motivated team capable of delivering superior service every day.

Collaboration with client stakeholders is essential to tailor culinary solutions that align with client expectations and enhance overall satisfaction. The role demands a client-service mindset, operational expertise, and a passion for scratch cooking and delivering elevated guest experiences. Sodexo offers a competitive, fair, and equitable compensation package based on the candidate’s education, experience, and skills. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, 401(k) with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, and career growth opportunities including tuition reimbursement.

Sodexo prides itself on creating an inclusive work culture where every employee’s ideas and opinions are valued. The company fosters equal employment opportunities and is committed to diversity and inclusion principles, ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and fairness regardless of background or identity. Joining Sodexo as an Executive Chef 3 offers a unique opportunity to lead culinary excellence in a globally recognized organization dedicated to improving everyday life for the people it serves.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 3 years management experience
  • Minimum 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants fast food vending catering institutional services or mall food courts
  • Proven culinary leadership experience
  • Strong operational expertise in production systems ordering inventory and kitchen workflow
  • Experience managing food cost labor and budgets
  • Ability to develop and lead culinary teams
  • Client-service oriented mindset
  • Commitment to quality and fresh cooking

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 3 years management experience in culinary leadership
  • Minimum 3 years of work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants catering or institutional services
  • Proven background leading culinary operations in corporate dining hospitality or multi-unit environments
  • Strong understanding of production systems ordering inventory and kitchen workflow
  • Experience managing food cost labor and budget performance
  • Ability to coach motivate and develop culinary teams
  • Comfortable engaging with clients and responding to evolving needs
  • Passion for fresh from-scratch cooking and delivering elevated guest experiences

Job Duties

  • Lead culinary operations including daily kitchen management ensuring food quality presentation and service excellence
  • Drive menu innovation by developing seasonal and on-trend menus balancing creativity cost and client needs
  • Manage food safety and compliance maintaining HACCP sanitation and workplace safety standards
  • Oversee financial performance including food cost purchasing inventory and forecasting to meet budgets
  • Develop and lead culinary teams by recruiting training and mentoring staff to build high-performing engaged teams
  • Partner with clients collaborating closely to deliver tailored culinary solutions and exceptional service

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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