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Senior Area Executive Chef

Nashville, TN, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $100,130.00 - $129,580.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
401(k) matching
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Opportunities for advancement
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Job Description

Sodexo Corporate Services is a global leader in providing integrated facilities management and food service solutions. With a rich history of dedication to quality and innovation, Sodexo operates in numerous sectors including corporate, healthcare, education, and more, always striving to enhance the quality of life for its clients and their customers. At its headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee, Sodexo oversees a substantial corporate portfolio, delivering exceptional services across a variety of environments. This includes a diverse blend of cafes, catering services, coffee bars, and daycare feeding programs, all designed to meet the unique culinary and operational needs of its clients. The... Show More

Job Requirements

  • bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • minimum 5 years of management experience
  • minimum 3 years of functional experience in culinary leadership
  • proven multi-unit and multi-site culinary leadership experience
  • strong background in café operations and corporate catering
  • exceptional communication, training, and coaching abilities
  • passion for innovation, quality, and elevating the guest experience
  • strong understanding of culinary brand standards and execution
  • ability to build strong client partnerships and deliver operational excellence

Job Qualifications

  • bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • minimum 5 years of management experience
  • minimum 3 years of functional experience in culinary leadership
  • proven multi-unit and multi-site culinary leadership experience
  • strong background in café operations and corporate catering
  • exceptional communication, training, and coaching abilities
  • passion for innovation, quality, and elevating the guest experience
  • strong understanding of culinary brand standards and execution
  • ability to build strong client partnerships and deliver operational excellence

Job Duties

  • serve as the culinary lead across all four HCA locations
  • develop and execute innovative café and catering programs
  • implement and ensure compliance with Modern Recipe, the Sodexo culinary brand
  • drive menu creativity, seasonal offerings, and exceptional food presentation
  • ensure culinary consistency across all sites, elevating standards and guest experience
  • lead health, food safety, and sanitation initiatives
  • conduct weekly culinary calls with site-level chefs
  • visit one location weekly to complete audits and coaching
  • lead and develop a team of 7 salaried Executive Chefs across the region
  • provide hands-on training, mentorship, and skill development
  • build a collaborative culinary culture grounded in excellence and innovation
  • serve as the on-site Executive Chef at the headquarters campus
  • guide daily culinary operations for cafés and high-volume catering
  • support special events, menu rollouts, and high-profile client engagements

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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