Executive Chef – Corporate Services (18-Month Contract) (40254001)

Sodexo; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Toronto is seeking an Executive Chef for an 18-month contract. The ideal candidate will oversee culinary operations for a high-volume multi-outlet service, ensuring outstanding food quality and innovative menu development. Applicants should possess a Red Seal Certification and at least 5 years in a senior culinary role, leading teams to culinary excellence while managing multiple menus. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation

Training and development programs

Corporate responsibility initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior culinary leadership role.
• Expertise in menu development and food service management.
• Strong understanding of food costing and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across multiple food service outlets.
• Create and standardize menus to meet client needs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Culinary innovation

Leadership

Menu development

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Red Seal Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Culinary management systems

Job description

Company Description

Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00(CAD)

Grow your career with a company that shares your passion! Our Corporate Services Division has an exciting opportunity to join the Sodexo team as an Executive Chef (18-Month Contract). Available to start in or around October 2025 preferred.

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.

Job Description

How You’ll Make an Impact:

We are seeking a creative, strategic, and operationally strong Executive Chef to lead a high-volume, multi-outlet food service operation. The site services 1,000 to 2,000 covers daily across plated dining, buffets, a bistro, and catering. You will lead a well-established team with a focus on culinary excellence, menu innovation, and consistency.

Menu development is central to this role. You’ll oversee 3–4 active menus at a time, with seasonal updates three to four times a year, as well as frequent theme days and plated events. Quality, presentation, and consistency must remain exceptional across all service points.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all culinary operations across multiple units and business lines, ensuring service excellence and consistency
• Create, standardize, and update menus regularly to meet evolving client needs, including monthly changes and themed events
• Oversee production, planning, procurement, food costing, inventory management, and waste reduction
• Collaborate closely with the client and internal conference team to tailor menus and experiences for events, daily service, and dietary needs
• Ensure exceptional food presentation, with consistent execution across all touchpoints
• Coach, develop, and supervise culinary teams, maintaining a culture of quality, accountability, and innovation
• Promote Sodexo’s sustainability and inclusion goals through sourcing, plant-based offerings, and allergen-aware design
• Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations, HACCP standards, and Sodexo’s policies

Qualifications

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Red Seal Certification
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior culinary leadership role within a multi-unit or high-volume environment
• Demonstrated expertise in menu development across formats (plated, buffet, catering), with a track record of consistency and quality
• Ability to manage and organize a high number of active menus and evolve offerings on a monthly basis
• Deep understanding of food costing, standardization, presentation, and quality assurance
• Proven experience collaborating with clients and stakeholders on menu design and service planning
• Strong leadership, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; familiarity with culinary management or ordering systems is an asset
• Passion for culinary innovation, guest experience, and team development

Additional Information

What MakesSodexoDifferent:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. Youbelongin a company that allows you toactwith purpose andthrivein your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
• Training and development programs
• Countless opportunities for growth
• Corporate responsibility & sustainability
• An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more. View Sodexo’s latest awardshere
• And so much more!

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment.

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo.

Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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