Executive Sous Chef

Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, dedicated to enhancing quality of life and fostering community progress across the world. With a commitment to providing exceptional service, Sodexo partners with diverse clients to deliver seamless dining experiences, catering, and integrated facilities solutions. The company operates in numerous sectors including corporate, healthcare, education, and remote sites, serving millions of consumers daily. Sodexo’s approach emphasizes sustainability, inclusion, and innovation, making it a highly respected name in hospitality and services. The organization values diversity and ensures an equitable and respectful work environment where employees' voices are heard and their ideas count.

The role of Executive Sous Chef at Sodexo supports culinary operations for a prestigious corporate client located in Hudson Yards, one of New York City’s most dynamic business districts. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, this position is instrumental in managing daily kitchen production, guaranteeing precise execution of elevated menus, and maintaining the unique culinary identity that reflects the client’s brand. This is a hands-on leadership role centered on promoting culinary excellence and consistency in a fast-paced, high-volume corporate dining environment.

As Executive Sous Chef, you will uphold quality and presentation standards that align with the client’s expectations, ensuring that every dish is served with culinary mastery and attention to detail. Beyond overseeing food preparation, you will lead and mentor the back-of-house culinary team, fostering skill development and a culture of high performance, professionalism, and teamwork. A critical part of the position involves ensuring strict compliance with all food safety regulations, including HACCP protocols and sanitation standards, to maintain a safe and audit-ready kitchen.

Inventory management and cost control also fall under your purview. You will assist in ordering supplies, ensuring inventory accuracy, minimizing food waste, and contributing to efficient operational cost management. Your role necessitates close collaboration with both front-of-house partners and client stakeholders to anticipate service needs and elevate the overall dining experience. This cross-functional teamwork helps make the workplace dining environment seamless, enjoyable, and reflective of Sodexo’s hospitality standards.

The position offers a competitive salary which is commensurate with your education, professional experience, skills, and training. Sodexo complements this with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and career growth. This includes medical, dental, and vision care plans, alongside wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, and various career development opportunities. New employees receive detailed information about the benefits upon hire.

The ideal candidate for this Executive Sous Chef role will possess advanced culinary skills, demonstrating a refined palate and the ability to deliver consistent, chef-driven menus with precision. Leadership experience is crucial, with a track record of guiding culinary teams and nurturing a positive back-of-house culture aligned with high standards. Strong operational capabilities, including mastery over kitchen flow, station management, and budgetary controls, are essential to succeed in this position.

Equally important is deep expertise in food safety practices and regulatory compliance, ensuring that kitchen operations remain safe and audit-ready. The ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with both culinary and front-of-house teams will drive a smooth service experience and maintain brand integrity. Adaptability, professionalism, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset will help you thrive in the demanding, fast-moving corporate dining setting.

Joining Sodexo means becoming part of a company that values you for who you are, promotes diversity and inclusion, and provides equal opportunities for growth and success. If you are a passionate culinary leader seeking to contribute to an award-winning food service company and deliver exceptional dining experiences, this Executive Sous Chef position at Hudson Yards offers a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity.