Executive Chef 2

Location US-MA-FAIRHAVEN
System ID
988118
Category
Culinary
Employment Status
Full-Time
 
Exempt
Posted Range
$64600 to $83600
Company : Segment Desc
CORPORATE SERVICES SEGMENT (US)
 
On-Site

Role Overview

Executive Chef 2

Sodexo Corporate Services | Fairhaven, MA
Nearest metro area: Providence, RI

Salary 85K

 

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking an experienced and innovative Executive Chef 2 to lead the culinary team at Acushnet a high‑profile corporate manufacturing dining account in Fairhaven, MA. This role is ideal for a culinary leader who thrives in a central production environment, embraces technology‑driven foodservice, and enjoys building strong client relationships.

About the Operation

This account serves as a central kitchen and commissary, producing food for:

  • 1 main café (HQ)
  • 3 satellite cafés within a 15‑mile radius
  • Full catering services

All food production is executed at the main location and distributed to the satellite cafés, offering the opportunity to lead a large‑scale, efficient, and quality‑driven operation.

Incentives

M-F 6am to 4pm with some evenings, no weekends

What You'll Do

The Executive Chef 2 will oversee all culinary operations across the headquarters and three plant locations, ensuring excellence in food quality, safety, production, and presentation. This position also plays a key role in the deployment and oversight of new self‑check and mobile ordering technology, making it ideal for a chef who enjoys modernization and continuous improvement.

 

In the absence of the General Manager, the Executive Chef will provide leadership support to both Front‑of‑House and Back‑of‑House operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute high‑volume commissary food production
  • Develop and deliver creative, multicultural menus
  • Conduct nutritional value analysis
  • Oversee ordering, inventory control, and some unit financials
  • Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, safety, and sanitation
  • Manage and develop a team of 10 hourly employees
  • Oversee catering services and special events
  • Maintain strong client interaction and relationships
  • Support and manage the rollout of self‑check/mobile ordering technology

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.

What You Bring

  • Proven experience with central kitchen/commissary operations and food distribution to multiple locations
  • Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
  • Experience with menu planning, including multicultural and nutritional considerations
  • Ability to manage ordering, inventory, and cost controls
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing and developing hourly culinary teams
  • Excellent communication and client‑facing skills
  • Proficiency with technology platforms, including POS, inventory systems, and mobile/self‑check ordering tools (or ability to learn quickly)

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

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.

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