Job Description

Executive Chef 2

Sodexo Corporate Services | STIHLS Manufacturing FacilityVirginia Beach, VA

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef 2 to lead culinary operations at the STIHLS manufacturing campus in Virginia Beach. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced corporate dining environment and enjoys developing people, menus, and operations.

About the Operation

The food program includes:

• One full-service café offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Open fronm 5:30am to 10pm)
• Micro-Market located within the café (open 24/7 self check-out)
• Catering services supporting on-site meetings and events

Incentives

M-F 6am to 4pm with some evenings, very rare weekends

What You'll Do

As the Executive Chef, you will serve as the site’s senior culinary leader, overseeing all kitchen operations and setting the standard for food quality, creativity, and service excellence.

You will:

• Lead and mentor a culinary team of 10 hourly cooks
• Direct and collaborate with the Kitchen Manager, who oversees much of the daily cooking
• Be hands-on approximately 40% of the time, actively supporting production and service
• Own menu planning, food ordering, and inventory management
• Ensure strong control of food and labor costs
• Oversee catering production and execution
• Utilize computer systems for ordering, inventory, scheduling, and reporting

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 an Executive Chef or senior kitchen leader
• Strong leadership and coaching skills
• Solid business acumen with a focus on cost control and operational efficiency
• Comfort with technology and kitchen management systems
• Ability to lead by example in both culinary excellence and professionalism
• Innovation and creativity

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 experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.