The Executive Chef leads culinary operations at the corporate office, overseeing the planning, preparation, and execution of high-quality meals for employees, executive meetings, and corporate events. This role also serves as a culinary ambassador for the organization, working closely with internal teams and key customers to develop menu concepts, conduct cooking demonstrations, and showcase product applications that support customer engagement and business growth.
Essential Duties:- Lead and manage day-to-day culinary operations, including planning, preparing, and executing high-quality meals for corporate staff, executive meetings, and events
- Oversee all kitchen operations, including inventory management, ordering, food cost control, and equipment maintenance
- Ensure consistent excellence in food quality, presentation, and overall dining experience while maintaining full compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
- Develop and execute culinary programs for executive meetings, customer visits, and special events
- Create innovative, trend-forward menus and recipes that showcase company products and align with business objectives
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Category teams to support customer presentations, trade shows, and strategic initiatives
- Design and deliver engaging live and virtual cooking demonstrations for customers, vendors, and internal teams
- Customize culinary solutions and menu applications based on customer needs, insights, and market trends
- Serve as a culinary subject matter expert and brand ambassador, representing the organization in both internal and external settings
- Build, maintain, and update standardized recipes to ensure consistency and scalability
- Capture and incorporate culinary trends, new ingredients, and techniques to drive innovation and competitive differentiation
- Train, guide, and support culinary staff while fostering a collaborative and professional environment
- Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring a high level of service and collaboration
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:- Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training preferred
- 7+ years of progressive culinary experience, including leadership responsibilities
- Prior experience as an Executive Chef, Corporate Chef, or Culinary Specialist preferred
- Experience in food manufacturing, foodservice, or corporate dining environments strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of food trends, menu development, and large-scale food preparation
- Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage customers and executive leadership
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
- Creative, detail-oriented approach with a strong commitment to quality and execution
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in executive environments
- Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work a flexible schedule including evenings or weekends as needed
- Ability to travel occasionally for customer visits, trade shows, and events
