Hospital Executive Chef
About The Position
Sodexo is seeking a dynamic Executive Chef 2 to join our team at McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents through exceptional culinary experiences. The Executive Chef will play a key role in overseeing The Pavilion, McLean Hospital’s onsite upscale restaurant-style dining venue, known for its elevated offerings and regularly changing menus. This position offers the unique opportunity to bring creativity to life in a healthcare setting while maintaining the highest culinary and service standards. Typical schedule is during peak service times (Lunch & Dinner) so NO late nights!
Requirements
- Strong culinary leadership experience, ideally in upscale dining, healthcare, or hospitality environments
- Passion for creating elevated dining experiences and engaging menus
- Ability to lead with a hands-on, team-first approach
- Experience with menu development, food trends, and high-quality presentation
- Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
- Excellent communication and team development skills
- Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
- 2 years minimum management experience
- 2 years minimum functional experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.
Responsibilities
- Lead culinary operations with a primary focus on The Pavilion upscale dining program
- Develop and execute innovative, rotating menus that enhance the resident dining experience
- Provide hands-on leadership in the kitchen, coaching and developing culinary staff
- Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and adherence to Sodexo standards
- Maintain compliance with HACCP, food safety, and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with clinical, food service, and operations teams to support overall resident satisfaction
- Support menu planning, recipe development, and operational execution across assigned areas
- Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost controls to meet financial targets
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
