Senior Area Executive Chef

Sodexo • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Sr. Area Executive Chef – Multi‑Site Culinary Leadership
Location: Nashville, TN (Headquarters) + additional sitesCompany: Sodexo Corporate Services
Inspire Culinary Excellence Across a Premier Corporate Portfolio
Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking an accomplished Sr. Area Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision and strategy for a major HCA multi‑site operation based in Nashville TN.
Our operation is a mix of cafes, catering, coffee bar and a daycare feeding
This is a high-impact, visible leadership role ideal for a chef who excels in innovation, training, and multi‑unit operations—and who is passionate about raising culinary standards across diverse service lines.

Requirements

• Proven multi-unit and multi-site culinary leadership experience
• Strong background in café operations and corporate catering
• Exceptional communication, training, and coaching abilities
• A passion for innovation, quality, and elevating the guest experience
• Strong understanding of culinary brand standards and execution
• Ability to build strong client partnerships and deliver operational excellence
• Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 3 years

Responsibilities

• Serve as the culinary lead across all four HCA locations
• Develop and execute innovative café and catering programs
• Implement and ensure compliance with Modern Recipe, the Sodexo culinary brand
• Drive menu creativity, seasonal offerings, and exceptional food presentation
• Ensure culinary consistency across all sites, elevating standards and guest experience
• Lead health, food safety, and sanitation initiatives
• Conduct weekly culinary calls with site-level chefs
• Visit one location weekly to complete audits and coaching
• Lead and develop a team of 7 salaried Executive Chefs across the region
• Provide hands-on training, mentorship, and skill development
• Build a collaborative culinary culture grounded in excellence and innovation
• Serve as the on-site Executive Chef at the headquarters campus
• Guide daily culinary operations for cafés and high-volume catering
• Support special events, menu rollouts, and high-profile client engagements

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees