Senior Area Executive Chef

Role Overview Senior Area Executive Chef – Fannie Mae Account Locations: Washington, DC | Reston, VA | Plano, TX Weekly travel to DC/VA, quarterly travel to TX Sodexo Corporate Services Are you a visionary culinary leader ready to shape the future of corporate dining? Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Area Executive Chef to lead our culinary program for the prestigious Fannie Mae enterprise across sites in Washington, DC, Reston, VA, and Plano, TX. As the most senior culinary leader on the Fannie Mae contract, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, strategy, and execution—driving excellence across cafés, catering/conference services, and pantry operations. Key Responsibilities Oversee culinary operations at three primary sites Ensure compliance with pricing, portioning, inventory, and food safety standards Develop seasonal catering menus and execute high-profile events Lead culinary audits and implement continuous improvement initiatives Collaborate on enterprise-wide culinary performance and best practices Support staffing, training, and onboarding of new culinary hires Incentives M-F 8am to 5pm with some evenings and rare weekends What You'll Do Lead Culinary Strategy : Set and enforce brand standards across all sites, ensuring consistency, creativity, and client satisfaction. Mentor & Develop Talent : Recruit, train, and support Executive Chefs and culinary teams across the enterprise. Drive Operational Excellence : Oversee menu development, plate costing, inventory, recipe building, and compliance with Sodexo’s Modern Recipe standards. Client Engagement : Serve as the primary culinary contact for Fannie Mae, leading tastings, celebrations, and strategic planning. Innovate & Inspire : Champion sustainability, food safety, and culinary storytelling through platforms like VIVA. Manage Modern Recipe Retail Program : Own marketing, promotional calendars, and communications to ensure brand alignment and engagement. 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 Proven experience in multi-site culinary leadership Strong financial acumen (plate costing, P&L, inventory management) Expertise in menu development, food safety, and sustainability Exceptional communication and client-facing skills Ability to travel regularly and manage cross-functional teams Passion for innovation and elevating the dining experience Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience - 5 years Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sodexo