Executive Chef 3

Sodexo Careers•Plainsboro, NJ

16d

About The Position

Executive Chef 3 Central/Northern New Jersey | Sodexo Corporate Services Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a passionate and innovative Executive Chef 3 to elevate the dining experience across several high‑profile corporate accounts in Northern New Jersey. If you’re a chef who thrives in a fast‑paced, creative environment and loves shaping memorable culinary moments, we want to meet you! Why Join Sodexo? At Sodexo, you’ll have access to: A supportive, people-first culture Opportunities for professional growth and advancement A chance to influence culinary programs for prominent, visible corporate clients Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits Incentives Predominately a M-F schedule with occassional evenings and very rare weekends What You’ll Do In this dynamic role, you’ll oversee a diverse portfolio of food service operations, including: Corporate Cafés Micro‑Markets Office Coffee Services High‑End Catering Programs You’ll bring your culinary expertise and leadership skills to: Design and execute inspired menu offerings that delight guests Lead, mentor, and develop a dedicated team of cooks Oversee ordering, inventory , and kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and excellence Drive exceptional catering production for executive and client events Foster a culture of creativity, safety, and high-quality service 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. 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 .

Requirements

Have a strong culinary passion and a commitment to excellence
Enjoy crafting elevated dining experiences tailored to corporate guests
Are energized by variety—no two days are the same
Bring strong organizational and leadership skills
Thrive in environments where innovation and collaboration are valued
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.

Responsibilities

Design and execute inspired menu offerings that delight guests
Lead, mentor, and develop a dedicated team of cooks
Oversee ordering, inventory , and kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and excellence
Drive exceptional catering production for executive and client events
Foster a culture of creativity, safety, and high-quality service