Executive Chef — High-Volume, Mission-Driven Leader

Sodexo; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision care

Wellness Programs

401(k) with matching

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo seeks a senior culinary leader to oversee operations at the Goodfellow AFB account, driving culinary excellence, standardizing processes, and mentoring large teams. You will design menus that meet client preferences and nutritional standards while managing procurement and maintaining client relationships.

Experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchens and ServSafe/HACCP knowledge is essential. This role offers leadership impact and growth opportunities within a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Management experience: 1–3 years.
• Related experience: 1–3 years.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge for safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations at a high-volume, fast-paced facility.
• Standardize processes and drive operational excellence.
• Mentor large teams and develop future leaders.
• Design innovative menus aligned with client preferences and nutrition standards.
• Oversee procurement/purchasing to ensure quality ingredients and cost efficiency.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to culinary strategy.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team mentoring

Menu planning

Procurement management

Food safety HACCP

Operations optimization

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Sodexo seeks a senior culinary leader to oversee operations at the Goodfellow AFB account, driving culinary excellence, standardizing processes, and mentoring large teams. You will design menus that meet client preferences and nutritional standards while managing procurement and maintaining client relationships.

Experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchens and ServSafe/HACCP knowledge is essential. This role offers leadership impact and growth opportunities within a mission-driven environment.