Area Executive Chef - AD/Chase Sapphire Lounges

Area Executive Chef

Sodexo Live! has an opportunity for an Area Executive Chef to support our Chase Sapphire Lounges nationally. This Area Executive Chef will travel 75-100% to oversee our culinary operations across multiple locations throughout the country, as well as support new location openings in the future. Our airport lounges are dedicated spaces for passengers to relax and rejuvenate while awaiting their next adventure. Join our team of experience makers and food fanatics and be part of creating memorable experiences!

Venues and events don't just bring people together, they create exceptional moments and lasting memories. Sodexo Live! provides hospitality services to airport lounges, stadiums, arenas, convention and conference centers, zoos, museums, and more. Working at one of these locations is exciting and allows you to be part of creating memorable experiences for people.

What You'll Do

• Provide multi-lounge culinary operations oversight within the Chase Sapphire portfolio;
• In-unit culinary training, menu development/writing, roll-outs;
• Culinary compliance and safety/sanitation practices;
• Deliver fine-dining experiences within a thoughtfully designed travel oasis;
• Communication with clients, internal management and unit-staff;
• Implement culinary standards.

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 strong culinary background (upscale, multi-unit preferred), with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends;
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards;
• Strong coaching and employee development skills; and/or
• A passion for food and innovations.

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