Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Vision & Team Growth

Sodexo; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo in New Jersey seeks a culinary leader to standardize operations, develop the team, and craft innovative menus for diverse client needs. You will mentor staff, oversee procurement, and design menus that balance creativity with client preferences and nutrition standards.

You will champion continuous improvement, build strong client partnerships, and help shape culinary strategy across your area, delivering high-quality dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Education Requirement: Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 1-3 years
• Related Experience: 1-3 years

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of culinary systems for consistency and operational success.
• Inspire and mentor a team, shaping future leaders and promoting growth.
• Oversee procurement and sourcing to ensure quality ingredients and cost efficiency.
• Design menus balancing creativity with client preferences and nutritional standards.
• Drive culinary strategy and continuous improvement across the area.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentorship

Menu planning

Process improvement

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Sodexo in New Jersey seeks a culinary leader to standardize operations, develop the team, and craft innovative menus for diverse client needs. You will mentor staff, oversee procurement, and design menus that balance creativity with client preferences and nutrition standards.

You will champion continuous improvement, build strong client partnerships, and help shape culinary strategy across your area, delivering high-quality dining experiences.