Executive Chef: High-Volume Kitchen Leader & Menu Innovator

Sodexo; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Executive Chef 2 to lead culinary operations for our food team at HMH Raritan Bay Medical Center in Perth Amboy, NJ. You will oversee on-site staff and ensure delivery of contractual requirements while mentoring frontline associates.

The role emphasizes leadership, menu development, and cost-conscious procurement, with a strong focus on safety and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site culinary team and operations.
• Standardize operations and develop staff.
• Design menus meeting client needs and nutritional standards.
• Manage resources, performance evaluations, and hire/fire decisions.
• Collaborate with clients to elevate dining and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff management

Menu planning

Operational efficiency

Problem solving

ServSafe certification

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Executive Chef 2 to lead culinary operations for our food team at HMH Raritan Bay Medical Center in Perth Amboy, NJ. You will oversee on-site staff and ensure delivery of contractual requirements while mentoring frontline associates.

The role emphasizes leadership, menu development, and cost-conscious procurement, with a strong focus on safety and client satisfaction.