Executive Chef 2: Lead High-Volume Culinary Excellence

Sodexo; Montgomery Township (NJ); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 2 to lead culinary operations at Hackensack Meridian Carrier Clinic in Belle Mead, New Jersey. You will guide a team of about 25 frontline staff, drive culinary excellence, and ensure food safety and high-quality dining experiences for diverse clients.

You will standardize operations, mentor leaders, and design innovative menus that meet client needs and nutrition standards, while fostering strong client partnerships and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) preferred.
• 1–3 years management experience.
• 1–3 years related experience in culinary leadership.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge.
• Strong leadership, training and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary operations for a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen.
• Standardize culinary systems to boost consistency and efficiency.
• Oversee procurement and cost-effective sourcing of ingredients.
• Design menus balancing creativity with client preferences and nutrition.
• Coach and develop frontline staff; conduct performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with clients and management to ensure superior dining experiences.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

ServSafe

HACCP

Communication

Team mentoring

Operations management

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 2 to lead culinary operations at Hackensack Meridian Carrier Clinic in Belle Mead, New Jersey. You will guide a team of about 25 frontline staff, drive culinary excellence, and ensure food safety and high-quality dining experiences for diverse clients.

You will standardize operations, mentor leaders, and design innovative menus that meet client needs and nutrition standards, while fostering strong client partnerships and continuous improvement.