Corporate Executive Chef, Corporate Services (70309725)

Company Description

Grow your career with a company that shares your passion! Our Corporate Services division has an exciting new opportunity to join Sodexo as our next Executive Chef, based in Montreal’s West Island, Quebec.

Salary: $75,000–$80,000

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. As a global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries and serve more than 100 million consumers every day through our unique combination of on-site Food and Facilities Management services, Benefits and Rewards services, and Personal and Home services.

Your Impact:

• Coordinate and oversee food production for food services and catering operations.
• Lead daily food production operations, including menu planning, purchasing and ordering, inventory management, food preparation, and cost control.
• Manage food and labour costs.
• Supervise, coach, and oversee culinary teams, evaluating performance to ensure high productivity and optimal use of team members’ skills.
• Ensure that food service objectives are achieved.
• Establish operating standards and implement quality improvements.
• Collaborate with internal resources to leverage and share Sodexo innovations.
• Lead and support culinary programs aligned with our sustainability commitments, including waste reduction, fair trade, local sourcing, sustainable packaging, and plant-based menu options.
• Oversee catering functions and special events for internal and external clients and groups.
• Establish and maintain strong business relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Promote the food program and support its marketing to internal and external audiences.
• Continuously evaluate the culinary program to identify efficiencies and areas for improvement within our operations.
• Ensure compliance with all company standards and applicable provincial and federal legislation.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Red Seal certification is considered an asset.
• At least five years of experience as a Chef.
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English.
• Ability to lead the team in meeting our high food safety and quality standards while inspiring team members to continually improve and exceed client expectations.
• Knowledge and experience in preparing a variety of cuisines are considered assets.
• Knowledge of industry standards and applicable legislative policies and procedures.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, team-oriented, and safety-focused environment.
• Proven organizational skills and strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and employees at all levels.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and develop effective solutions.
• Experience creating sustainable and plant-based menus is considered an asset.
• A genuine commitment to delivering customer service that exceeds expectations.
• A passion for food and people.
• Additional Information
• What Makes Sodexo Different:

Working at Sodexo is more than just a job; it’s the opportunity to be part of a greater project because we believe our daily actions have a real impact. You belong to a team, You act with conviction, and You have the opportunity to grow every day.

You are part of something great! Additionally, we offer:

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive remuneration and interesting benefits
• Training and development programs
• Endless growth opportunities
• Corporate responsibility and sustainability
• An award-winning employer for sustainability, diversity and inclusion, corporate social responsibility, and much more. Check out Sodexo’s latest awards here.

And much more!