Executive Chef 4 Job at Sodexo, Baton Rouge, LA

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  • Sodexo
  • Baton Rouge, LA

Job Description

Role Overview:

Sign-on bonus + leadership role at a flagship healthcare facility — relocation candidates welcome!

 

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Executive Chef 4 to join our leadership team at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center , a premier 600-bed regional medical center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana . This is a high-impact culinary leadership role within a complex, high-volume healthcare environment.

 

This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned healthcare culinary leader looking to make a meaningful impact while leading a dedicated team and driving operational excellence across patient, retail, and catering services.

 

Previous Executive Chef or senior culinary management experience in a healthcare setting required.

 

Why this role stands out:

  • Sign-on bonus available for qualified external candidates

  • Opportunity to lead a large-scale healthcare culinary program

  • Supportive leadership structure with strong partnership at the site level

  • Primarily Monday–Friday schedule with rotating weekends

  • Relocation-friendly opportunity in a growing, affordable market

 

Incentives: Sign-on bonus available for new employees What You'll Do:
  • Reporting to the Area General Manager, the Executive Chef will oversee a team of approximately 30 employees and be responsible for:

    • Patient dining services

    • Retail dining operations

    • Catering and special events

    • Culinary quality, food safety, and team development

  • Manage all aspects of the culinary operation including menu planning, ordering, production, and quality control.

  • Collaborate with the management team to meet client expectations and Sodexo operational standards.

  • Monitor labor, food, and operational costs to meet financial goals.

  • Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and professional development.

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 Programs
  • 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring:
  • Proven ability to lead and motivate frontline staff, including union and non-union employees.
  • Strong background in safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.

  • Financial acumen with experience managing food and labor budgets.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and customer service skills.

  • Experience with Sodexo systems and programs is strongly preferred.

  • Culinary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

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 - 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Worldwide, Relocation, Relocation package, Monday to Friday,

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