Senior Area Executive Chef

Sodexo•Washington, DC

1d•$110,075 - $142,450•Hybrid

About The Position

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Area Executive Chef to lead our culinary program for the prestigious Fannie Mae enterprise across sites in Washington, DC, Reston, VA, and Plano, TX. As the most senior culinary leader on the Fannie Mae contract, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, strategy, and execution—driving excellence across cafés, catering/conference services, and pantry operations.

Requirements

Proven experience in multi-site culinary leadership
Strong financial acumen (plate costing, P&L, inventory management)
Expertise in menu development, food safety, and sustainability
Exceptional communication and client-facing skills
Ability to travel regularly and manage cross-functional teams
Passion for innovation and elevating the dining experience
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
5 years minimum management experience
3 years minimum functional experience

Responsibilities

Oversee culinary operations at three primary sites
Ensure compliance with pricing, portioning, inventory, and food safety standards
Develop seasonal catering menus and execute high-profile events
Lead culinary audits and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate on enterprise-wide culinary performance and best practices
Support staffing, training, and onboarding of new culinary hires
Set and enforce brand standards across all sites, ensuring consistency, creativity, and client satisfaction.
Recruit, train, and support Executive Chefs and culinary teams across the enterprise.
Oversee menu development, plate costing, inventory, recipe building, and compliance with Sodexo’s Modern Recipe standards.
Serve as the primary culinary contact for Fannie Mae, leading tastings, celebrations, and strategic planning.
Champion sustainability, food safety, and culinary storytelling through platforms like VIVA.
Own marketing, promotional calendars, and communications to ensure brand alignment and engagement for the Modern Recipe Retail Program.