Role OverviewWe are seeking an Executive Chef with deep expertise in
authentic Asian cuisine to lead culinary execution for a high-profile corporate dining program in the Bay Area. This role is essential to meeting the expectations of a diverse, food-forward client community that values cultural relevance, culinary integrity, and innovation.
Asian cuisine is one of the most in-demand categories among the employees we serve. To deliver on these expectations, we need a chef with the
technical mastery, cultural understanding, and creative range required to execute Asian-inspired menus with authenticity and consistency.
What You'll Do- Lead Authentic Asian Culinary Execution - Develop and deliver culturally grounded, scratch-made menus across multiple regional Asian cuisines.
- Drive Menu Innovation - Create thoughtful, modern, and differentiated offerings that elevate program quality and guest satisfaction.
- Strengthen Program Performance - Boost participation, reduce reliance on external vendors, and enhance the financial health of the account.
- Elevate Culinary Standards - Ensure consistency, flavor integrity, and high-quality execution across all service lines.
- Develop and Mentor Teams - Train cooks in authentic Asian techniques, recipe development, and execution standards to upskill the broader team.
- Support Client Satisfaction - Deliver culturally relevant menus that align with Bay Area employee preferences and strengthen long-term client relationships.
What We OfferCompensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring- Expertise in Asian Cuisine - Deep mastery of regional Asian culinary traditions, techniques, ingredients, and cultural context.
- High-Volume Culinary Leadership - Proven success leading scratch-made operations in corporate dining, hospitality, or multi-unit environments.
- Technical Mastery - Skilled in wok cookery, broths, noodles, rice cookery, fermentation, grilling, and sauce development.
- Creative and Strategic Thinking - Ability to innovate while maintaining authenticity, consistency, and operational excellence.
- Team Leadership and Development - Strong coaching presence with the ability to elevate culinary talent and build executional strength.
- Client-Focused Mindset - Understanding of Bay Area food culture and the ability to design menus that resonate with diverse, global audiences.
Qualifications & RequirementsMinimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 3 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.
