Executive Chef 3
Sodexo · New York, NY
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- On site
- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- New York, NY
Job highlights
- Lead culinary operations and menu development.
- Inspire and develop a talented culinary team.
- Ensure high guest satisfaction and quality.
- Manage operations, inventory, and costs.
- Champion safety and sanitation standards.
About the role
Executive Chef – The Good Eating Company
New York City
Let your passion for food, people, and craft shape something extraordinary at The Good Eating Company. As our Executive Chef, you’ll lead a talented culinary team and create a dining experience that inspires, delights, and makes a meaningful impact every single day.
We’re looking for an experienced, dynamic culinary leader to oversee our café operations in New York — someone who brings equal parts creativity, operational excellence, and hospitality‑driven leadership. You’ll own the full culinary program, guide and develop your team, and ensure that every plate, every interaction, and every moment reflects our commitment to fresh, thoughtful, beautifully executed food.
About The Role
As Executive Chef, you will oversee all aspects of the café’s culinary operations, including menu development, culinary execution, team leadership, and guest satisfaction. You’ll champion seasonal, scratch‑made cooking, elevate workplace dining with a modern, ingredient‑driven approach, and set the tone for quality, hospitality, and innovation across the operation.
Your leadership will shape the culture of the kitchen — fostering pride, craftsmanship, and a shared commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience.
What You'll Do
- Lead all culinary operations for the café, driving exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency across every service.
- Create seasonal, scratch‑made menus that reflect modern culinary trends and the Good Eating Company’s commitment to thoughtful, ingredient‑driven food.
- Mentor, inspire, and develop your culinary team, fostering a culture of craftsmanship, hospitality, and continuous improvement.
- Partner closely with the General Manager and client stakeholders to ensure alignment, satisfaction, and a seamless guest experience.
- Oversee ordering, inventory, production planning, and cost management to support operational and financial goals.
- Champion safety, sanitation, and compliance standards, ensuring a well‑run, professional, and welcoming kitchen environment.
What We Offer
Compensation 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
- A strong culinary point of view rooted in fresh, seasonal, scratch cooking and modern workplace dining.
- Proven leadership experience guiding and developing culinary teams in a fast‑paced, guest‑focused environment.
- Solid operational and financial acumen, including food and labor cost management, forecasting, and production planning.
- Exceptional communication and client‑facing skills, with the ability to build trust and deliver a polished, hospitality‑driven experience.
- A passion for innovation, creativity, and elevating the everyday through thoughtful food and memorable service moments.
- A collaborative, solutions‑oriented mindset that thrives in a high‑visibility role and contributes to a positive, engaged kitchen culture.
Who We Are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum 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.
Key skills/competency
- Culinary Operations
- Menu Development
- Team Leadership
- Guest Satisfaction
- Scratch Cooking
- Operational Excellence
- Financial Acumen
- Client Relations
- Food Safety
- Innovation
Skills & topics
- Executive Chef
- Culinary Operations
- Menu Development
- Team Leadership
- Guest Satisfaction
- Scratch Cooking
- Workplace Dining
- Sodexo
- The Good Eating Company
- New York City
- Hospitality
- Food Service Management
- Catering
- Culinary Arts
- Kitchen Management
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your culinary leadership, menu development, and team management experience, using keywords from the Executive Chef job description.
- Showcase your passion: Emphasize your scratch cooking skills, operational acumen, and client-facing abilities in your application and cover letter.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your culinary vision, how you mentor teams, and examples of managing food and labor costs.
- Research Sodexo: Understand their mission, values, and commitment to quality of life and diversity to align your responses with their culture.
- Ask insightful questions: Prepare questions about team dynamics, client relationships, and opportunities for culinary innovation at The Good Eating Company.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the minimum qualifications for an Executive Chef at Sodexo's The Good Eating Company in New York City?
- To be considered for the Executive Chef role at The Good Eating Company, a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience is required, along with a minimum of 3 years of management experience and 3 years of work experience in food or culinary services.
- What type of culinary experience is Sodexo seeking for this Executive Chef position?
- Sodexo is looking for an Executive Chef with a strong culinary point of view rooted in fresh, seasonal, scratch cooking and modern workplace dining. Proven leadership experience in fast-paced, guest-focused environments is essential.
- How does Sodexo determine compensation for the Executive Chef role?
- Compensation for the Executive Chef position is fair and equitable, based on factors such as a candidate's education level, years of relevant experience, specific skills, and training.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Executive Chef at The Good Eating Company?
- The Executive Chef will lead all culinary operations, including menu development, culinary execution, team leadership, guest satisfaction, ordering, inventory, production planning, cost management, and ensuring safety and sanitation standards.
- Does Sodexo offer benefits for the Executive Chef position?
- Yes, Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package for the Executive Chef role, which may include medical, dental, vision care, wellness programs, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, and career growth opportunities.
- How can I demonstrate my leadership skills for the Executive Chef role at Sodexo?
- You can demonstrate your leadership skills by highlighting your experience mentoring, inspiring, and developing culinary teams, fostering a culture of craftsmanship and continuous improvement in your resume and during the interview.
- What is Sodexo's approach to diversity and inclusion for an Executive Chef role?
- Sodexo embraces diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. They are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of various characteristics.