Role Overview

Executive Chef 3 | High-Profile Corporate Dining | Menlo Park, CA
Lead the Future of Premium Workplace Dining

Sodexo is seeking a visionary Executive Chef 3 to elevate and oversee the culinary enterprise at our premier, high-profile corporate dining account. This is not standard corporate food service; it is a high-volume, cutting-edge culinary program designed for a sophisticated clientele. As the executive culinary leader, you will be responsible for the strategic vision, day-to-day kitchen operations, and fiscal performance of a premier hospitality operation, all while inspiring a large, multi-tiered team to redefine the workplace dining experience.

As the driving force of our culinary identity, you will bring a premium hospitality ethos to life through contemporary menu engineering, sustainable and hyper-local sourcing, and flawless execution. You will directly mentor and develop a diverse kitchen leadership team, champion innovative food trends, manage complex food costs, and enforce a culture of uncompromising food safety and operational excellence.
What You9ll Do

• Drive Culinary Innovation: Oversee culinary operations, developing high-end, trend-forward menus and bespoke dining experiences across the corporate portfolio.
• Mentor Kitchen Talent: Lead, train, and inspire back-of-house teams and sous chefs, fostering a cohesive culture of culinary excellence across the district.
• Manage Fiscal Performance: Drive district-wide profitability through strategic menu engineering, waste reduction, and meticulous food and labor cost management.
• Uphold Safety & Sanitation Standards: Enforce rigorous food safety, HACCP compliance, and a zero-compromise kitchen environment by championing meticulous cleanliness, strict sanitation audits, and daily adherence to the highest regulatory health and safety standards across all client locations.
• Strengthen Client Partnerships: Collaborate closely with corporate clients and general managers to align culinary programs with client visions and workplace culture goals.
• Execute High-End Hospitality: Spearhead premium catering execution and VIP special events, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation on every plate.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate9s education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate9s 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

• Proven Culinary Experience: Extensive background as an Executive Chef managing high-volume kitchens or a complex, corporate dining portfolio preferred.
• Advanced Culinary Expertise: Strong technical skills in contemporary menu design, sustainable sourcing, and staying ahead of modern workplace food trends.
• Demonstrated Financial Acumen: A solid track record of controlling BOH budgets, managing food and labor costs, and maximizing district-wide profitability.
• Inspirational Leadership Style: Exceptional ability to recruit, develop, and retain diverse culinary talent while driving team accountability and morale.
• Strong Relationship Skills: Proven capacity to build trust with corporate clients, navigate diverse workplace environments, and communicate culinary visions effectively.
• Commitment to Compliance: Deep knowledge of professional food safety standards, inventory management systems, and back-of-house operational metrics.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor9s 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.