Executive Chef 2

Sodexo Careers•Virginia Beach, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef 2 to lead culinary operations at the STIHLS manufacturing campus in Virginia Beach. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced corporate dining environment and enjoys developing people, menus, and operations. The food program includes: One full-service café offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Open from 5:30am to 10pm), a Micro-Market located within the café (open 24/7 self check-out), and catering services supporting on-site meetings and events.

Requirements

Proven experience as an Executive Chef or senior kitchen leader.
Strong leadership and coaching skills.
Solid business acumen with a focus on cost control and operational efficiency.
Comfort with technology and kitchen management systems.
Ability to lead by example in both culinary excellence and professionalism.
Innovation and creativity.
Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years.
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Responsibilities

Serve as the site’s senior culinary leader, overseeing all kitchen operations and setting the standard for food quality, creativity, and service excellence.
Lead and mentor a culinary team of 10 hourly cooks.
Direct and collaborate with the Kitchen Manager, who oversees much of the daily cooking.
Be hands-on approximately 40% of the time, actively supporting production and service.
Own menu planning, food ordering, and inventory management.
Ensure strong control of food and labor costs.
Oversee catering production and execution.
Utilize computer systems for ordering, inventory, scheduling, and reporting.