Executive Chef 3

Role Overview: Are you looking for high visibility, challenging opportunities, and a rewarding environment?Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 3 to lead culinary excellence at Stanford Health Care. In this highly influential role, you will create exceptional dining and catering experiences, elevate culinary innovation, and drive high‑end catering across the Stanford Health Care Medical Center. If you are an Executive Chef with a passion for creativity, fresh ideas, and innovation—we want to meet you. Apply now! What You'll Do: Lead and maintain chef and manager scheduling; provide coverage when neededPartner with vendors for procurement and purchasing decisionsOversee purchasing audits and ensure financial accuracyStandardize and elevate catering and banquet servicesDevelop menus tailored to client needs and health‑care environment standardsBuild strong relationships with hospital clients and stakeholders 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 Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. What You Bring: Strong culinary background with a passion for staying current on emerging culinary trendsProven leadership and communication skills with a commitment to high standardsHigh‑end dining, catering, and culinary arts experienceExperience with authentic global cuisines (highly desirable)Production‑focused culinary expertise—ideally from upscale restaurant, retail, or catering environmentsMenu planning experience and deep understanding of modern culinary approaches 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 - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience - 3 years    Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Created: 2026-03-08