Executive Chef

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking an a dynamic and experienced Executive Chef 2 to lead our culinary operations for McLean Hospital
, in Belmont, MA
. The Executive Chef 2 leads a team of 14 culinarians and reports to the Food GM. In this role you will oversee all aspects of food service including inpatient menus, cafeteria retail, residential meals and catering services.

The hours for this role are early morning and day time hours Monday-Friday, but will include every other weekend
, as well as other schedule fluctuations that may arise due to catering and the overall needs of the business.

McLean Hospital is a part of the Mass General Brigham System. It is a 200 bed hospital behavioral health hospital including residential programs, our Pavilion, & Cafeteria. McLean Hospital is consistently named the top freestanding psychiatric hospital and is known for its high level of care and service provided to the patients there.

McLean Hospital, a 200-bed inpatient behavioral health facility, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations. This role oversees all aspects of food service including:

• Inpatient menus
• Retail cafeteria
• Residential meals
• Catering services

The Executive Chef will manage a team of 14 culinarians and be responsible for:

• Inventory management and food procurement
• Menu planning and recipe adherence
• Receiving and quality control
• Ensuring compliance with HACCP and sanitation standards
• Maintaining a safe and efficient kitchen operation

This position requires strong leadership, organizational skills,

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.

• oversee food production for two locations
• inventory management and food procurement
• menu planning and recipe adherence
• ensure food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety and meet HAACP compliance
• maintain a safe and efficient kitchen operation
• foster and environment that encourages team development and motivation ensure Sodexo culinary standards including recipe compliance and food quality are implemented

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 s 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.

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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.