
Job Overview
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision care
wellness programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off
company holidays
Job Description
Sodexo is a global leader in integrated facilities management and food services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those it serves. Operating worldwide, Sodexo provides a comprehensive range of services that include food service, catering, and facilities management, committed to creating a better everyday experience for clients and customers alike. With a strong emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being, Sodexo fosters a work environment where all team members are respected, valued, and encouraged to contribute their ideas and expertise. This approach not only enriches employee satisfaction but strengthens the company's ability to deliver exceptional service. Sodexo is known for partnering with a diverse array of clients to produce customized, high-quality hospitality experiences that align with the unique needs of each location and clientele. The company places significant focus on economic, social, and environmental progress within the communities it operates, reflecting its commitment to corporate social responsibility and sustainable business practices.
The Executive Chef role within Sodexo's New York City workplace hospitality program offers an exciting opportunity for a culinary leader to spearhead a chef-driven, innovative dining experience. This position is crafted for someone who combines creative imagination with meticulous operational skills and understands food as a strategic element that embodies company culture daily. The Executive Chef will lead a robust culinary program that integrates seasonal ingredients, modern techniques, and high standards to deliver premium daily dining and catering services. Working within a unique commissary-to-site model, the Chef will coordinate the core food production executed at the Sodexo commissary kitchen, while managing the on-site team responsible for finishing, plating, and presenting dishes with excellence.
This role requires developing and curating menus and food concepts that reflect a contemporary and sophisticated culinary identity. The Executive Chef will set and maintain stringent quality, consistency, and food safety standards across all facets of the dining and catering operations. A key aspect of the role is to elevate the catering offerings for events ranging from executive meetings to high-profile occasions, ensuring these experiences are memorable and reflective of Sodexo's premium hospitality standards.
Leadership and team development constitute another major responsibility, where the Executive Chef will inspire and mentor the culinary team to foster creativity, professional growth, and accountability. Operational efficiency is critical, and the Chef will implement and refine workflows, systems, and practices designed to scale culinary operations effectively within a fast-paced, multi-site environment. This career-defining position offers the chance to influence workplace dining culture profoundly, blending visionary culinary artistry with precise execution to set new benchmarks in workplace hospitality.
Compensation for the Executive Chef role is competitive and equitable, influenced by factors such as education, skills, experience, and training. Beyond salary, Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee health, wellness, and professional development, making it an attractive opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to advance their careers in a prestigious and forward-thinking company.
The Executive Chef role within Sodexo's New York City workplace hospitality program offers an exciting opportunity for a culinary leader to spearhead a chef-driven, innovative dining experience. This position is crafted for someone who combines creative imagination with meticulous operational skills and understands food as a strategic element that embodies company culture daily. The Executive Chef will lead a robust culinary program that integrates seasonal ingredients, modern techniques, and high standards to deliver premium daily dining and catering services. Working within a unique commissary-to-site model, the Chef will coordinate the core food production executed at the Sodexo commissary kitchen, while managing the on-site team responsible for finishing, plating, and presenting dishes with excellence.
This role requires developing and curating menus and food concepts that reflect a contemporary and sophisticated culinary identity. The Executive Chef will set and maintain stringent quality, consistency, and food safety standards across all facets of the dining and catering operations. A key aspect of the role is to elevate the catering offerings for events ranging from executive meetings to high-profile occasions, ensuring these experiences are memorable and reflective of Sodexo's premium hospitality standards.
Leadership and team development constitute another major responsibility, where the Executive Chef will inspire and mentor the culinary team to foster creativity, professional growth, and accountability. Operational efficiency is critical, and the Chef will implement and refine workflows, systems, and practices designed to scale culinary operations effectively within a fast-paced, multi-site environment. This career-defining position offers the chance to influence workplace dining culture profoundly, blending visionary culinary artistry with precise execution to set new benchmarks in workplace hospitality.
Compensation for the Executive Chef role is competitive and equitable, influenced by factors such as education, skills, experience, and training. Beyond salary, Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee health, wellness, and professional development, making it an attractive opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to advance their careers in a prestigious and forward-thinking company.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 5 years of management experience
- Minimum 3 years of functional culinary experience
- Proven catering expertise
- Strong operational discipline including food safety knowledge
- Effective team development skills
- Ability to collaborate with clients and stakeholders
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 5 years of management experience in culinary roles
- Minimum 3 years of functional experience in high-volume, multi-site environments
- Proven expertise in catering design and execution for large-scale and executive-level events
- Strong knowledge of food safety, inventory management, cost controls, and culinary compliance
- Demonstrated ability to build, train, and lead motivated culinary teams
- Excellent communication and client partnership skills
Job Duties
- Lead culinary innovation by developing new concepts, menus, and food experiences that define a modern, premium culinary identity
- Shape culinary standards by establishing and upholding benchmarks for quality, consistency, food safety, and presentation across daily dining and catering
- Oversee catering excellence by designing and executing elevated catering programs for executive meetings, special events, and high-profile hospitality moments
- Build and mentor teams by training, inspiring, and supporting chefs and frontline staff while fostering a culture of creativity, growth, and accountability
- Drive operational improvements by implementing systems, workflows, and best practices to enhance efficiency and scalability in culinary operations
- Elevate workplace dining by creating food experiences that are modern, intentional, and meaningful for guests
- Collaborate with stakeholders to refine culinary offerings and deliver hospitality experiences that exceed expectations
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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