Executive Chef Leader: Menu Innovation & Ops Excellence

MaineGuide; Auburn (ME); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo in Auburn, ME is seeking a senior culinary leader to standardize operations, mentor staff, and design innovative menus that meet client needs. You’ll deploy resources, guide performance reviews, and influence decisions across the organization to elevate dining experiences.

The role requires extensive high-volume kitchen excellence, strong leadership, and advanced menu planning aligned with nutrition standards.

Qualifications

• Extensive culinary expertise in high-volume kitchens.
• Leadership and mentoring experience.
• Advanced menu planning and understanding of trends and client preferences.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and using computer systems to streamline operations.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage culinary team, set direction, and allocate resources.
• Develop menus balancing creativity with client needs and nutrition standards.
• Build client partnerships and drive continuous improvement across the operation.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Menu planning

Operations management

Food safety HACCP

Budgeting

Education

Associate/Bachelor's degree

Tools

POS systems

Kitchen software

Job description

Sodexo in Auburn, ME is seeking a senior culinary leader to standardize operations, mentor staff, and design innovative menus that meet client needs. You’ll deploy resources, guide performance reviews, and influence decisions across the organization to elevate dining experiences.

The role requires extensive high-volume kitchen excellence, strong leadership, and advanced menu planning aligned with nutrition standards.