Senior Area Executive Chef

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, committed to creating a better everyday experience for clients and employees alike. Operating in over 80 countries, Sodexo offers comprehensive food services, facilities management, and integrated solutions to diverse sectors including healthcare, education, corporate, and government. The company prides itself on fostering a culture of respect, inclusion, and innovation, where employees are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work and collaborate in a supportive environment. Sodexo's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals and communities by delivering superior service that contributes to economic, social, and environmental progress worldwide.

Sodexo seeks a Senior Area Executive Chef for Cape Fear Valley Health in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Cape Fear Valley Medical Center is a level III trauma acute care hospital with 733 licensed beds and 78 rehabilitation beds. This hospital is part of the Cape Fear Valley Health System, the eighth largest health system in North Carolina, boasting a total of 916 patient beds and serving a six-county region in Southeastern North Carolina, catering to over 935,000 patients annually.

The Senior Area Executive Chef role is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing culinary operations across six hospitals within the district. This includes managing purchasing, ensuring menu compliance, inventory control, food cost analysis, and production forecasting. The position demands an individual who can provide district-wide support including staff development, catering services, and maintenance of Sodexo culinary standards focusing on recipe adherence and food quality. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership abilities to motivate and develop culinary teams, encouraging innovation while maintaining high standards of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety.

In this role, familiarity with automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems is essential for ensuring efficient kitchen operations. Sodexo offers a competitive and equitable compensation package determined by the candidate’s education, skills, experience, and training, emphasizing a fair salary structure. The opportunity provides a platform for career growth within a respected global organization dedicated to excellence in culinary services and overall hospitality.

Joining Sodexo means becoming part of a team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring every employee’s voice is heard and respected, fostering a work culture where everyone can thrive. Sodexo is committed to equal employment opportunities and supports individuals with accommodations throughout the application process. The benefits offered include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, 401(k) with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, career growth opportunities, and tuition reimbursement, ensuring employees receive comprehensive support to succeed professionally and personally.