Executive Chef 2 - Cambridge, MA

Sodexo is a global leader in providing comprehensive food services and facilities management to various industries, including healthcare, education, corporate, and more. With a commitment to enhancing quality of life and delivering exceptional service, Sodexo partners with organizations to create memorable experiences for both customers and employees. Within the healthcare sector, Sodexo plays a vital role in supporting patient care by managing food service operations that meet rigorous health and safety standards. Sodexo values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, fostering a work environment where employees feel respected and motivated to contribute their best. The Executive Chef 2 position at McLean Hospital located in Belmont, MA, offers an exciting leadership opportunity within the Sodexo team. McLean Hospital is renowned as one of the top freestanding psychiatric hospitals, dedicated to delivering exceptional behavioral health care across a 200-bed facility. The hospital includes residential programs, a pavilion, and a cafeteria, all contributing to a comprehensive patient and staff experience. As part of the Mass General Brigham System, McLean upholds the highest standards of clinical care and patient service. In this full-time exempt role, the Executive Chef 2 will lead culinary operations at McLean Hospital, overseeing a team of 14 culinarians. Reporting directly to the Food General Manager, this role encompasses managing all food service aspects, including inpatient menus, cafeteria retail, residential meals, and catering services. The role requires strategic menu planning, recipe adherence, food procurement, and maintaining compliance with food safety regulations such as HAACP. The chef will work early morning and daytime hours Monday through Friday, with every other weekend shifts and flexibility to accommodate catering and business needs. An essential component of this role is fostering a positive, efficient kitchen environment that supports team development and motivation. The Executive Chef 2 will be responsible for maintaining Sodexo’s culinary standards, ensuring food quality, safety, and sanitation standards are met. Inventory management and food production oversight across two locations are key responsibilities, requiring strong organizational and leadership skills. Candidates who thrive in a busy, dynamic food production environment will find this opportunity rewarding, especially those with a passion for healthcare food service. Sodexo offers competitive compensation based on education, experience, skills, and training. Additionally, this position comes with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision care, wellness programs, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, career growth opportunities, and tuition reimbursement. Sodexo prides itself on creating a better everyday for everyone, promoting an inclusive workplace where employees’ ideas and voices matter. Aspiring culinary leaders looking to join a mission-driven company in a meaningful healthcare setting will find the Executive Chef 2 role at McLean Hospital a professionally fulfilling career path.

• working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems
• experience in a busy food production environment
• healthcare experience preferred but not required
• strong attention to detail and organization
• demonstrated supervisory experience and track record of success in motivating and coaching teams