Regional Executive Chef - Independent School Dining

Sodexo; Lilburn (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Well/

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo seeks an Area Executive Chef to lead culinary strategy for Independent Schools across Chicago, Texas, and surrounding markets. You will drive menu innovation, training, and operational excellence, mentoring teams and strengthening client partnerships.

You will oversee high-volume, multi-site operations, with a focus on food safety, cost control, and culinary standards. A dynamic regional portfolio offers collaboration with campus leadership and program launches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5 years management experience in multi-unit/high-volume environments.
• 3 years related experience in hospitality/food service.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations at scale across multi-unit environments and accounts.
• Influence menus, train teams, and drive operational excellence.
• Drive menu development, plate costing, and inventory control with strong analytics.
• Represent the brand in client-facing presentations and new program launches.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu innovation

Food cost management

Team development

Operational excellence

Mentoring

Food safety

ServSafe

HACCP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Culinary management systems (FMS)

Job description

Sodexo seeks an Area Executive Chef to lead culinary strategy for Independent Schools across Chicago, Texas, and surrounding markets. You will drive menu innovation, training, and operational excellence, mentoring teams and strengthening client partnerships.

You will oversee high-volume, multi-site operations, with a focus on food safety, cost control, and culinary standards. A dynamic regional portfolio offers collaboration with campus leadership and program launches.