Executive Chef 3: Lead Culinary Excellence in Healthcare

Sodexo; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 3 for Denver Health in Denver, CO. You will manage all culinary operations, including patient feeding, retail, and catering, while leading a team focused on safety and quality.

The role emphasizes standardizing operations, mentoring future leaders, and partnering with clients to deliver exceptional dining experiences. You will oversee procurement, menu design, and nutritional standards, building strong cross-functional relationships and driving continuous

Qualifications

• Extensive culinary expertise in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Strong leadership and management experience with mentoring teams.
• Advanced menu planning abilities with knowledge of trends and client preferences.
• Solid understanding of safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles.
• ServSafe certification and commitment to food safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage all culinary operations for Denver Health and related services.
• Lead safety, sanitation and frontline staff, developing teams in a culinary environment.
• Design menus balancing creativity, client preferences and nutritional standards.
• Oversee procurement and purchasing to ensure quality ingredients and cost-effective sourcing.
• Standardize operations to boost consistency and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Team development

Operations management

Food safety & HACCP

ServSafe certification

Proficiency with computer systems

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 3 for Denver Health in Denver, CO. You will manage all culinary operations, including patient feeding, retail, and catering, while leading a team focused on safety and quality.

The role emphasizes standardizing operations, mentoring future leaders, and partnering with clients to deliver exceptional dining experiences. You will oversee procurement, menu design, and nutritional standards, building strong cross-functional relationships and driving continuous