Executive Chef 2

Role Overview

Sodexo Corporate Services | Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Richmond, VA

Target Salary 75K to 80K

Are you a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a polished, professional environment and loves creating memorable dining experiences? Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking an Executive Chef 2 to lead the culinary program at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, a highly visible and prestigious corporate account.

About the Operation

This is a dynamic, quality-driven food service operation featuring:

• One café with five distinct stations, open for breakfast and lunch
• A robust catering program, ranging from daily business catering to high-end luncheons and executive-level events
• A professional client environment with a strong focus on consistency, presentation, and hospitality

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Prestigious, Monday-Friday corporate environment
• Exposure to executive-level and VIP catering
• Opportunity to lead a sizable team and showcase your culinary leadership
• Support of a global company known for stability, growth, and career development

If you're a passionate chef who enjoys leading from the front, delivering elevated food in a refined setting, and being part of a respected corporate partnership, this is a role where you can truly shine.

Incentives

Predominately a M-F schedule with occassional evenings and no weekends

What You'll Do

As the lead culinarian on site, you will have the opportunity to make a true impact. This role is ideal for a chef who enjoys being on the floor and in the kitchen while also leading and developing a team.

You will:

• Lead all culinary execution and menu planning, with a focus on fresh, flavorful, and well-presented food
• Be hands-on in the kitchen approximately 80% of the time
• Oversee ordering, inventory, food and labor cost controls
• Direct and develop a team of approximately 20 hourly employees
• Execute and elevate catering production, including high-profile events and C-suite functions
• Maintain Sodexo's standards for food quality, safety, and operational excellence

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

• Hands-on cooking expertise with the ability to execute high-quality food consistently at volume
• Menu development and innovation for café stations, daily features, and upscale catering
• Strong understanding of scratch cooking, presentation, and flavor profiles suited to a professional corporate audience
• Experience producing high-end executive catering, including plated luncheons and special events
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards

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.

Client-provided location(s): Richmond, VA

Job ID: Sodexo-C5E6679F186B937D47897438B776912F

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-02-03T18:49:15