Hospital Executive Chef

• Lead culinary operations with a primary focus on The Pavilion upscale dining program
• Develop and execute innovative, rotating menus that enhance the resident dining experience
• Provide hands-on leadership in the kitchen, coaching and developing culinary staff
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and adherence to Sodexo standards
• Maintain compliance with HACCP, food safety, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with clinical, food service, and operations teams to support overall resident satisfaction
• Support menu planning, recipe development, and operational execution across assigned areas 
• Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost controls to meet financial targets

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.

• Strong culinary leadership experience, ideally in upscale dining, healthcare, or hospitality environments
• Passion for creating elevated dining experiences and engaging menus
• Ability to lead with a hands-on, team-first approach
• Experience with menu development, food trends, and high-quality presentation
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
• Excellent communication and team development skills

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.

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.