Executive Chef Lead - Menu Innovation and Team Growth

Sodexo; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a culinary leadership role in the Mesa, Arizona area to standardize operations, guide a team, and craft innovative menus meeting diverse client needs, while building strong partnerships to elevate the dining experience.

The role focuses on people management, setting direction, and deploying resources. You will influence performance reviews and hiring decisions, and progression within Career Band reflects broad technical and leadership growth for the organization.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years management experience.
• 1–3 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead standardized operations and drive culinary excellence.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team.
• Set direction and deploy resources; oversee performance reviews and hiring decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Menu planning

Operations systems

Problem-solving

HACCP/ServSafe

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a culinary leadership role in the Mesa, Arizona area to standardize operations, guide a team, and craft innovative menus meeting diverse client needs, while building strong partnerships to elevate the dining experience.

The role focuses on people management, setting direction, and deploying resources. You will influence performance reviews and hiring decisions, and progression within Career Band reflects broad technical and leadership growth for the organization.