Commissary Executive Chef 3
About The Position
Sodexo Corporate Services – The Pass Location: Long Island City, NY Lead Culinary Innovation at Scale Sodexo’s The Pass is looking for a passionate and experienced Commissary Executive Chef 3 to lead culinary operations at our Long Island City facility. This is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on culinary leadership with high-volume, offsite production —delivering exceptional food experiences to premier clients across the region. If you’re a chef who thrives on driving quality, leading teams, and optimizing large-scale production , we want to hear from you. About The Pass The Pass is Sodexo’s offsite commissary, providing customized food solutions to locations without on-site kitchens or staff. From chef-crafted meals and fresh grab-and-go options to curated pantry programs , we serve blue-chip clients throughout the New York metro area, New Jersey, and eastern Pennsylvania.
Requirements
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader in high-volume, production-driven environments
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop teams
- Expertise in food quality control, consistency, and large-scale production planning
- Solid understanding of inventory management and food cost controls
- Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on execution
- Passion for innovation, efficiency, and delivering exceptional culinary experiences
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 3 years Minimum Management Experience
- 3 years Minimum Functional Experience - work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.
Responsibilities
- Own and lead the end-to-end food production process, setting the standard for quality and consistency
- Define product specifications and ensure all offerings meet Sodexo’s high culinary and presentation standards
- Manage day-to-day kitchen operations within a high-volume commissary environment
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 15 food production staff , fostering a culture of accountability and growth
- Stay connected to the kitchen with 10–20% hands-on culinary involvement
- Participate in inventory management processes and approve purchasing invoices to maintain budget and efficiency
- Identify opportunities to enhance production workflows, quality standards, and team performance
Benefits
- 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
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
