Culinary Director: Menu Innovation & Team Leadership

Sodexo; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 71,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culinary systems leadership

Team mentorship

Procurement oversight

Creative menu design

Client partnerships

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 2 in Danbury, CT to lead culinary operations with a focus on food quality and menu innovation. You will mentor teams, partner with clients, and drive culinary excellence in a high-end setting.

You will standardize operations, manage people and resources, and shape menus that meet client needs while upholding safety and financial goals. This role offers growth opportunities within a people-first culture.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Management experience: 1–3 years.
• Related experience: 1–3 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations focused on quality, menu innovation, and client satisfaction.
• Standardize operations, foster team development, and craft innovative menus.
• Build culinary teams and oversee procurement to ensure top-quality ingredients.

Job description

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 2 in Danbury, CT to lead culinary operations with a focus on food quality and menu innovation. You will mentor teams, partner with clients, and drive culinary excellence in a high-end setting.

You will standardize operations, manage people and resources, and shape menus that meet client needs while upholding safety and financial goals. This role offers growth opportunities within a people-first culture.