Executive Chef 3

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Summary: Sodexo Corporate Services seeks a dynamic Campus Executive Chef to lead a premier, high-profile corporate dining account, driving culinary excellence and innovation. Highlights: 1. Lead culinary excellence in a flagship corporate dining operation 2. Drive innovation and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment 3. Play a key role in delivering high-end catering and special events Apply Now Role Overview: Executive Chef 3 – Sodexo Corporate Services Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a dynamic and innovative Campus Executive Chef to lead a premier, high-profile corporate dining account. This is a flagship showcase operation, offering the opportunity to elevate culinary excellence, drive innovation, and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. Why This Role Stands Out Be the culinary leader in a showcase account frequently used to host clients and internal Sodexo leadership events Lead a thriving operation with strong catering growth (3x increase) and continued expansion Play a key role in delivering high-end, large-scale events, including an annual $300K holiday experience Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your ideas and innovation are highly valued The Operation A “Modern Recipe” branded account—a standout showcase within Sodexo’s portfolio High-volume, high-impact business with peak activity Tuesday through Thursday A culture of growth and innovation, proven by significant catering expansion Incentives: M-F 6am to 4pm with some evenings, rare weekends What You'll Do: As the Campus Executive Chef, you will oversee the entire culinary program across multiple service offerings, including: A vibrant café serving breakfast and lunch A busy catering operation generating $1.2M annually A coffee bar and modern dining platform You’ll be responsible for: Leading and developing a team of 1 salaried Executive Chef and 10 hourly team members Driving menu innovation, with a focus on fresh, modern, and client-centered offerings Managing purchasing, inventory, and cost controls Maintaining a hands-on presence (60–70%) in daily operations to ensure quality and consistency Overseeing high-end catering and special events (40% of business), balanced with daily café operations (60%) What We Offer: Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:   Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions Paid Time Off and Company Holidays Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. What You Bring: A hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment Strong experience in high-volume food service and upscale catering/events A passion for mentoring teams and elevating culinary standards A creative thinker who can bring fresh ideas and modern trends to life Who We Are: At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.   Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form. Qualifications & Requirements: Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience - 3 years    Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc. Apply Now