Executive Chef 2

Executive Chef 2

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 2 to lead culinary operations at a healthcare account in Exeter, NH. In this role, you will oversee a dedicated team supporting both retail (cafeteria) and patient services, including an At Your Request (AYR) room service program. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative, hands-on chef who thrives in a team-oriented healthcare environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality culinary experiences that enhance patient and customer satisfaction.

Sodexo's Healthcare segment delivers food, nutrition, and facilities management solutions that enhance patient outcomes and improve quality of life.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily culinary operations across the cafeteria kitchen and patient tray line (AYR dining program)
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of approximately 9 culinary associates
• Implement and standardize Sodexo culinary systems, ensuring food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and workplace safety standards
• Drive patient and customer satisfaction through high-quality food and service execution
• Collaborate cross-functionally with clinical teams, operations, and client stakeholders to enhance the overall dining 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

• Strong culinary background with experience in healthcare, contract dining, or upscale casual environments
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate, develop, and engage a culinary team
• Experience managing food production, menu execution, and kitchen operations in a high-volume setting
• Knowledge of food cost controls, purchasing, inventory, and labor management principles
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments in a team-focused, healthcare environment
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain) and working knowledge of HACCP standards

Preferred:

• Sodexo or similar contract dining experience
• 2+ years Executive Chef experience (healthcare or upscale casual background considered)

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