Company DescriptionSalary Range: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00(CAD)Grow your career with a company that shares your passion!?Our Corporate Services Division has an exciting opportunity to join the Sodexo team as an Executive Chef (18-Month Contract). Available to start in or around October 2025 preferred.At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.Job DescriptionHow You’ll Make an Impact:We are seeking a creative, strategic, and operationally strong Executive Chef to lead a high-volume, multi-outlet food service operation. The site services 1,000 to 2,000 covers daily across plated dining, buffets, a bistro, and catering. You will lead a well-established team with a focus on culinary excellence, menu innovation, and consistency.Menu development is central to this role. You’ll oversee 3–4 active menus at a time, with seasonal updates three to four times a year, as well as frequent theme days and plated events. Quality, presentation, and consistency must remain exceptional across all service points.Key Responsibilities:Lead all culinary operations across multiple units and business lines, ensuring service excellence and consistencyCreate, standardize, and update menus regularly to meet evolving client needs, including monthly changes and themed eventsOversee production, planning, procurement, food costing, inventory management, and waste reductionCollaborate closely with the client and internal conference team to tailor menus and experiences for events, daily service, and dietary needsEnsure exceptional food presentation, with consistent execution across all touchpointsCoach, develop, and supervise culinary teams, maintaining a culture of quality, accountability, and innovationPromote Sodexo’s sustainability and inclusion goals through sourcing, plant-based offerings, and allergen-aware designEnsure full compliance with food safety regulations, HACCP standards, and Sodexo’s policiesQualificationsWhat You’ll Need to Succeed:Red Seal CertificationMinimum 5 years’ experience in a senior culinary leadership role within a multi-unit or high-volume environmentDemonstrated expertise in menu development across formats (plated, buffet, catering), with a track record of consistency and qualityAbility to manage and organize a high number of active menus and evolve offerings on a monthly basisDeep understanding of food costing, standardization, presentation, and quality assuranceProven experience collaborating with clients and stakeholders on menu design and service planningStrong leadership, time management, and interpersonal skillsProficient with Microsoft Office; familiarity with culinary management or ordering systems is an assetPassion for culinary innovation, guest experience, and team developmentAdditional InformationWhat Makes Sodexo Different: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:Flexible work environment??Competitive compensation & great employee benefits?Training and development programs??Countless opportunities for growth??Corporate responsibility & sustainability??An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more. View Sodexo’s latest awards hereAnd so much more! Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.? We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment.Thank you for your interest in Sodexo.Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Follow us on social media to see first-hand what we are all about! Instagram: Sodexo Canada (@sodexocanada)Twitter: Sodexo Canada (@SodexoCanada)LinkedIn: Sodexo Canada CareersFacebook: Sodexo Canada | FacebookSodexoSJG
