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Executive Chef 4

Sodexo

AUSTIN, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Business Strategy, Catering Services, Coaching, Cook Dishes, Corporate Planning, Cost Control, Culinary Operations, Customer Experience, Customer Relations, Facilities Management, Food Delivery, Food Quality, Food Safety, Food Services, Inventory Costs, Inventory Planning, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Menu Development, Operational Audit, Procurement Planning, Production Control, Production Costing, Production Planning, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Team Building, Team Player
LOCATION
AUSTIN, TX
POSTED
Today


Role Overview

The

Executive Chef 4

is the senior culinary leader for a flagship

Sodexo Corporate Services

account in

Austin, TX

, responsible for delivering a world‑class dining experience through scratch‑made cuisine, operational excellence, and strong partnership with both the client and Sodexo leadership. This role oversees all culinary production across café, catering, pantry, and specialty programs, ensuring that every menu reflects Sodexo’s commitment to quality, innovation, and hospitality. As the top culinary authority on site, the Executive Chef 4 drives the culinary vision, leads menu development, and ensures consistent execution across high‑volume, multi‑outlet operations. The role requires mastery in

scratch cooking leadership

,

culinary innovation

, and

team development

, along with the ability to coach and elevate a diverse culinary team. The Executive Chef partners closely with the General Manager, district leadership, and client stakeholders to support strategic initiatives, enhance the guest experience, and maintain Sodexo’s standards for safety, sustainability, and operational performance. This includes strong expertise in

food safety compliance

,

cost management

, and

menu engineering

. This role is ideal for a culinary leader who thrives in a collaborative, innovation‑driven environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional food and hospitality within a structured, well‑supported Sodexo framework.

What You'll Do

+

Lead Culinary Operations

— Direct all culinary production across café, catering, pantry, and specialty programs, ensuring consistent execution and exceptional food quality. +

Drive Scratch‑Made Excellence

— Champion scratch cooking, menu creativity, and culinary innovation that align with Sodexo standards and client expectations. +

Develop and Mentor Teams

— Recruit, train, and coach a diverse culinary team, fostering a culture of growth, accountability, and hospitality. +

Manage Food Safety & Compliance

— Ensure full compliance with HACCP, Sodexo policies, and all regulatory requirements while maintaining audit‑ready operations. +

Control Costs & Optimize Production

— Oversee food cost management, inventory, purchasing, production planning, and waste reduction to support financial performance. +

Partner With Leadership & Clients

— Collaborate with the General Manager, district leadership, and client partners to support strategic initiatives and elevate the guest experience.

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

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Culinary Leadership Expertise

— Proven ability to lead high‑volume, multi‑outlet culinary operations with a focus on scratch‑made, high‑quality food. +

Menu Innovation Skills

— Strong creativity in menu development, seasonal planning, and elevating corporate dining through modern, guest‑focused culinary concepts. +

Team Development Strength

— Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing diverse culinary teams while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. +

Operational & Financial Acumen

— Deep understanding of food cost management, purchasing, inventory, production planning, and waste reduction. +

Food Safety Mastery

— Strong command of HACCP, regulatory compliance, and Sodexo food safety standards with a commitment to maintaining audit‑ready operations. +

Client & Stakeholder Partnership

— Ability to build strong relationships with clients, leadership, and cross‑functional partners while aligning culinary strategy with organizational goals.

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 completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) .

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience - 5 years Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years

Location

_US-TX-AUSTIN_

System ID

_989616_

Category

_Culinary_

Employment Status

_Full-Time_ _Exempt_

Posted Range

_$94860 to $122760_

Company : Segment Desc

_CORPORATE SERVICES SEGMENT (US)_ _On-Site_

About the Company

S

Sodexo

Worldwide Leader in Food and Facilities Management for Over 50 Years

Sodexo was founded in 1966 by Pierre Bellon in Marseilles France and is still majority family owned today. For over 50 years, we have partnered with some of the world’s biggest companies, backed by employees in countries across the globe.

Everything we do is about improving people’s daily lives. We believe healthy school meals make kids do better. That relaxed patients recover faster. And organizations with engaged employees perform better. With our unique wide range of integrated services, this is what our On-site, Benefits and Rewards and Personal Home services do every day.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Food and Beverage Production
FOUNDED
1966
WEBSITE
https://us.sodexo.com/home.html