Area Executive Chef — Lead Multi-Unit Culinary Excellence

Sodexo; New Albany, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Sodexo seeks a culinary leader to oversee operations across the Midwest, partnering with chefs to uphold food quality, standardize processes, and drive innovative menus for a premier client.

This role manages teams, guides performance, and builds strong client relationships while traveling 50-60% to ensure consistency and continuous improvement across locations. You will mentor staff, influence safety programs (HACCP/ServSafe), and manage procurement to deliver outstanding dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Management experience: 1–3 years.
• Related kitchen or hospitality experience: 1–3 years.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead standardized culinary operations across locations.
• Develop and implement innovative menus meeting client needs.
• Mentor and develop culinary teams across venues.
• Partner with clients and chefs to ensure quality and consistency.
• Oversee procurement and sourcing of ingredients.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Team mentoring

Vendor procurement

Food safety HACCP

Operational excellence

Staff development

Budgeting & cost control

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Sodexo seeks a culinary leader to oversee operations across the Midwest, partnering with chefs to uphold food quality, standardize processes, and drive innovative menus for a premier client.

This role manages teams, guides performance, and builds strong client relationships while traveling 50-60% to ensure consistency and continuous improvement across locations. You will mentor staff, influence safety programs (HACCP/ServSafe), and manage procurement to deliver outstanding dining experiences.