Executive Chef 2
Today• Newport Beach, CA
Role Overview
Sodexo - Executive Chef
Are you a passionate culinarian with a hunger for innovation and a love for fresh, local ingredients? Sodexo is seeking a hands-on Executive Chef to lead a chef-driven culinary program for our client in Newport Beach, California.
This is more than just a kitchen leadership role-it's an opportunity to shape a food experience that's authentic, seasonal, and unforgettable. We're obsessed with cooking, local products, and creating best-in-class dining moments. If you're a creative leader with a collaborative spirit and a drive to push culinary boundaries, we want to hear from you.
Why This Role Is Special
- Creative Freedom: Design menus that celebrate local farms, seasonal produce, and global inspiration.
- Career Growth: A perfect next step for a Chef ready to take the lead and grow with a forward-thinking company.
- Client Partnership: Work closely with our client to align culinary offerings with their culture and values.
What You'll Do
- Lead culinary innovation and menu development with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- Manage kitchen operations, food safety, and team development.
- Collaborate with client stakeholders to deliver a personalized and engaging food program.
- Inspire and mentor a team of culinary professionals.
- Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
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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 as a Sous Chef or Executive Chef in a quality-focused environment.
- Passion for scratch cooking, sustainability, and local sourcing.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
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): Newport Beach, CA
Job ID: Sodexo-4606C8115CEE333DDCA7353BCB96F839
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-09-30T18:48:19
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion