Lead Culinary Team & High-Volume Menu Innovation

Sodexo; Garrison (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an entry-level Executive Chef for new business in Garrison, NY. This hands-on role will train and mentor cooks, with emphasis on dietary needs and high-volume catering for groups up to 60 guests with 3 meals daily.

You will lead culinary standardization, develop menus, and build client partnerships while overseeing procurement, cost controls, and team development in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary background with experience in high-volume catering.
• Ability to train and mentor cooks and lead a kitchen team.
• Knowledge of special dietary requirements and nutritional standards.
• Proven ability to develop menus and balance client preferences with cost considerations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor cooks in a hands-on, fast-paced kitchen.
• Standardize culinary operations and drive consistent quality.
• Oversee procurement and cost-effective sourcing of ingredients.
• Design menus that meet client needs and dietary requirements.
• Manage performance evaluations and hire/fire decisions as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Culinary expertise

Menu planning

Cost control

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Sodexo is seeking an entry-level Executive Chef for new business in Garrison, NY. This hands-on role will train and mentor cooks, with emphasis on dietary needs and high-volume catering for groups up to 60 guests with 3 meals daily.

You will lead culinary standardization, develop menus, and build client partnerships while overseeing procurement, cost controls, and team development in a fast-paced environment.