Senior Area Executive Chef
About The Position
Sr. Area Executive Chef – Multi‑Site Culinary Leadership Location: Nashville, TN (Headquarters) + Three Nashville LocationsCompany: Sodexo Corporate Services Inspire Culinary Excellence Across a Premier Corporate Portfolio Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking an accomplished Sr. Area Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision and strategy for a major HCA multi‑site operation based in Nashville TN, with oversight of three additional Nashville locations. Our operation is a mix of cafes, catering, coffee bar and a daycare feeding This is a high-impact, visible leadership role ideal for a chef who excels in innovation, training, and multi‑unit operations—and who is passionate about raising culinary standards across diverse service lines.
Requirements
- Proven multi-unit and multi-site culinary leadership experience
- Strong background in café operations and corporate catering
- Exceptional communication, training, and coaching abilities
- A passion for innovation, quality, and elevating the guest experience
- Strong understanding of culinary brand standards and execution
- Ability to build strong client partnerships and deliver operational excellence
- Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 3 years
Responsibilities
- Serve as the culinary lead across all four HCA locations
- Develop and execute innovative café and catering programs
- Implement and ensure compliance with Modern Recipe, the Sodexo culinary brand
- Drive menu creativity, seasonal offerings, and exceptional food presentation
- Ensure culinary consistency across all sites, elevating standards and guest experience
- Lead health, food safety, and sanitation initiatives
- Conduct weekly culinary calls with site-level chefs
- Visit one location weekly to complete audits and coaching
- Lead and develop a team of 7 salaried Executive Chefs across the region
- Provide hands-on training, mentorship, and skill development
- Build a collaborative culinary culture grounded in excellence and innovation
- Serve as the on-site Executive Chef at the headquarters campus
- Guide daily culinary operations for cafés and high-volume catering
- Support special events, menu rollouts, and high-profile client engagements
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
