Senior Area Executive Chef at Sodexo Atlanta, GA

SodexoMAGIC is a remarkable joint venture between Sodexo and Magic Johnson Enterprises, celebrating a successful 10-year partnership. This innovative collaboration focuses on empowering communities by providing best-in-class food and facilities management solutions. SodexoMAGIC operates across multiple segments including Corporate Services, Hospitals, K-12 Schools, and Universities, aiming to create a positive impact and make a meaningful difference in the lives of its clients and customers. Sodexo itself is a global leader in quality of life solutions, committed to improving experiences and contributing to the social, economic, and environmental progress in the regions it serves. Magic Johnson Enterprises further enhances this vision, bringing a passionate, community-driven approach inspired by Earvin "Magic" Johnson's influential legacy in the sports and business worlds.

Sodexo Corporate Services is currently seeking a Senior Area Executive Chef to join the team in Atlanta, Georgia, specifically at a high-end Corporate Dining account – the Delta Headquarters. This role involves overseeing a diverse and dynamic food service environment that includes two cafes offering breakfast and lunch, a fully licensed Starbucks, Chick-Fil-A operations, and catering services. The Senior Area Executive Chef holds a critical leadership position charged with defining and driving the culinary strategy across these multiple platforms. The successful candidate will elevate the culinary program to new heights by ensuring excellence in all culinary offerings and by focusing on high-end catering services, a core part of the business.

The role demands an innovative culinary leader with strong hands-on skills in various professional cookery techniques, including main courses, salads, and sauce work. The Senior Area Executive Chef will play a pivotal role in menu planning, food ordering, inventory management, and training and development of culinary staff. Beyond technical proficiency, this position emphasizes a deep understanding of contemporary food trends and the capacity to introduce innovative recipes and ideas to consistently improve food quality and service delivery. This role offers an exciting opportunity to mentor culinary personnel enthusiastically, fostering a collaborative and creative kitchen culture that promotes the highest standards of food preparation and presentation.

Working in this capacity typically involves a traditional business and industry schedule, predominantly Monday through Friday, providing a balanced work-life routine. Compensation for this position is competitive and aligned with the candidate’s education, experience, and skills, further augmented by a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes medical, dental, vision care, wellness programs, 401(k) plans with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, and opportunities for career advancement through tuition reimbursement and professional growth programs.

Sodexo values diversity, inclusion, and respect in the workplace, fostering an environment where every employee can be themselves and share their perspectives freely. The company is dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, military status, or any other protected characteristic. Joining Sodexo means becoming part of a global organization that not only prioritizes excellence in service but also champions social responsibility and community enrichment at its core.