Executive Chef Lead — Menu Innovation & Ops Excellence

Sodexo; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 71,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement and CareerGrowth

Job summary

Sodexo in Los Lunas, NM is seeking a culinary leader who will drive excellence by standardizing operations, mentoring teams, and crafting innovative menus meeting diverse client needs. You’ll oversee procurement, design menus, and foster client partnerships while steering continuous improvement across your area.

A track record in high-volume kitchens and ServSafe/HACCP knowledge is required, along with comfort using computer systems and a degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or higher in culinary leadership or related field.
• 1–3 years of management in high-volume kitchen environments.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations to standardize processes and drive consistency.
• Mentor and develop kitchen teams for ongoing growth.
• Design menus balancing creativity with client preferences and nutrition.
• Build strong client partnerships and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team mentoring

Menu planning

Operations excellence

Problem solving

ServSafe & HACCP

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Sodexo in Los Lunas, NM is seeking a culinary leader who will drive excellence by standardizing operations, mentoring teams, and crafting innovative menus meeting diverse client needs. You’ll oversee procurement, design menus, and foster client partnerships while steering continuous improvement across your area.

A track record in high-volume kitchens and ServSafe/HACCP knowledge is required, along with comfort using computer systems and a degree in a related field.