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The Good Eating Company, located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a reputable establishment known for its commitment to providing fresh, sustainable, and high-quality dining experiences. As part of Sodexo, a global leader in food services and facilities management, The Good Eating Company prides itself on delivering exceptional food paired with outstanding hospitality. Sodexo’s mission is to create a better everyday life for people by offering innovative food service solutions that contribute positively to economic, social, and environmental progress in communities worldwide. Employees at Sodexo enjoy an inclusive and respectful workplace environment that values diversity and encourages personal and professional growth.

The Executive Chef role at The Good Eating Company is a prestigious full-time position that offers candidates an opportunity to lead and innovate within a dynamic culinary environment. This role demands both creativity and expertise, as the Executive Chef will oversee all facets of the café’s culinary operations. With full responsibility for menu development, team leadership, and guest satisfaction, this position plays a critical part in shaping the overall dining experience and maintaining the highest quality standards. The compensation is competitive and tailored fairly based on the candidate’s education, experience, and skills, reflecting the importance of this leadership role.

The Executive Chef will manage a talented culinary team dedicated to preparing scratch-made food items that emphasize seasonality, freshness, and sustainable sourcing. You will be expected to craft exciting, trend-forward menus that incorporate global flavors and farm-to-fork principles to keep the dining offerings fresh and relevant. In this leadership role, your focus will extend beyond food preparation to include creating a positive, supportive kitchen culture where creativity and professionalism thrive. The Executive Chef will inspire their team to maintain exceptional quality, presentation, and service at all times, ensuring every guest enjoys a memorable dining experience.

Beyond culinary skills, the role demands a leader who is passionate about storytelling through food, capable of producing visually stunning dishes that deliver on both flavor and presentation. This position also requires a proactive approach to sourcing fresh, natural, and sustainable ingredients from trusted partners, reinforcing the company’s commitment to environmental and social responsibility. The Executive Chef must foster a working environment characterized by positivity, mentorship, and collaboration, balancing creativity with operational excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned culinary professional with a minimum of five years in management and at least three years of functional culinary experience. Candidates should bring a strong foundation in multiple cuisines, including skills in sauces, entrees, salads, pastry, and baking. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision care, wellness programs, 401(k) with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, and career advancement opportunities including tuition reimbursement. Joining The Good Eating Company means becoming part of a team that values inclusion, respect, and personal development within an organization committed to high standards and meaningful impact through food service.