Executive Chef 2 - Raleigh, NC

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, committed to enhancing the experiences of the people they serve through excellent food service, catering, facilities management, and integrated workplace solutions. Established as a trusted partner in various industries worldwide, Sodexo operates with a mission to improve the economic, social, and environmental aspects of communities where it operates. The company’s core values emphasize respect, fairness, inclusion, and diversity, creating a workplace culture where every employee’s voice and ideas are valued, promoting engagement and professional growth. The current opportunity is with Sodexo at UNC Johnston Smithfield Hospital, a licensed 200-bed modern healthcare facility located in Smithfield, North Carolina. Situated conveniently outside the Raleigh-Durham area, Smithfield enjoys a vibrant food scene and family-friendly environment, offering an attractive lifestyle in North Carolina's capital region. Sodexo partners with this hospital to provide exceptional culinary and hospitality services that directly support patient care and retail operations. The position available is for an Executive Chef 2, a leadership role focused on managing culinary operations at UNC Johnston Smithfield Hospital. The Executive Chef will be pivotal in overseeing the daily food service functions, ensuring high culinary standards, and supporting both patient and retail dining experiences. This role requires creativity and innovation, as the Executive Chef will develop new menus tailored to meet patient nutritional needs while also introducing fresh ideas in retail, catering, and patient service areas. Strong leadership is essential, as the Chef will mentor, direct, and manage frontline culinary staff, fostering a motivated and efficient team. In addition to menu planning and staff management, the Executive Chef will be responsible for procurement and purchasing decisions, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness of food supplies. The role demands proficiency in implementing standard culinary systems and procedures across the hospital food service environment, supporting consistent operational excellence. Candidates are expected to have existing culinary experience within a hospital or similar high-volume institutional setting, exhibiting a strong understanding of food safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Sodexo offers a competitive salary, which is individually determined based on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and training. Compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee health and well-being, including medical, dental, vision care, 401(k) plans with matching contributions, paid time off, and growth opportunities through tuition reimbursement programs. Sodexo’s commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a supportive environment where employees can grow their careers while making meaningful contributions to community health and wellness. This Executive Chef role is ideal for culinary professionals with a passion for hospitality and healthcare food service, seeking to apply their culinary expertise in a dynamic hospital setting while developing their leadership and management capabilities. The role offers the chance to be part of a respected global organization dedicated to improving lives and delivering memorable culinary experiences. Working at UNC Johnston Smithfield Hospital under Sodexo’s banner provides a unique opportunity to contribute to patient satisfaction and service excellence in an evolving healthcare environment while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of North Carolina’s thriving cultural and culinary scene.

• associate's degree or equivalent experience
• minimum 2 years management experience
• minimum 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts
• ServSafe certified
• proven working knowledge of HAACP