Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Innovation & Team Growth

Sodexo; Wilberforce (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo in Ohio’s Wilberforce area is seeking a senior culinary leader to standardize operations and elevate dining experiences across client sites.

You will mentor a diverse kitchen team, oversee ingredient procurement, and design menus that balance creativity with nutrition and client preferences. This role offers growth opportunities and a competitive compensation package within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Management experience: 1-3 years in leadership roles.
• Related experience: 1-3 years in culinary management.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations standardization and drive consistent service outcomes.
• Inspire and mentor a dedicated kitchen team, developing future leaders.
• Oversee procurement and cost-conscious sourcing of ingredients.
• Design menus balancing creativity with client preferences and nutrition.
• Build strong partnerships with clients to elevate dining experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Operations management

Team development

Food safety

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Sodexo in Ohio’s Wilberforce area is seeking a senior culinary leader to standardize operations and elevate dining experiences across client sites.

You will mentor a diverse kitchen team, oversee ingredient procurement, and design menus that balance creativity with nutrition and client preferences. This role offers growth opportunities and a competitive compensation package within a collaborative environment.