Executive Chef 2
Sodexo USA, Jersey City, NJ, United States
Job Title
Executive Chef 2
Location
RWJ Barnabas Health – Jersey City Medical Center, Jersey City, NJ.
Role Overview
Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 2 to lead culinary operations at RWJ Barnabas Health – Jersey City Medical Center, a premier healthcare facility serving Hudson County since 1882. Located on a 15‑acre campus, the medical center includes the Wilzig Hospital and the Provident Bank Ambulatory Center and delivers advanced, state‑of‑the‑art care across a wide range of specialties. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on culinary leader to make a meaningful impact on patient care through food.
What You’ll Do
Lead all culinary operations for patient dining services
Manage menu development, purchasing, inventory, waste control, and cost analysis
Oversee production through the Sodexo Food Management System (FMS) and ensure Goal Check compliance
Drive patient satisfaction and elevate the overall dining experience
Coach, train, and develop the culinary team, including Sodexo‑required training programs
Ensure compliance with Sodexo culinary standards and recipe adherence
Support food cost management, forecasting, and labor controls
Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and workplace safety standards
Build strong client relationships and collaborate on operational goals and performance initiatives
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.
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
What You Bring
Proven experience leading and developing culinary teams
Strong production culinary background, ideally in healthcare
Knowledge of healthcare regulations and patient dining standards
Experience in menu planning, food production, and presentation
Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, purchasing, and inventory management
Ability to thrive in a high‑volume, fast‑paced healthcare environment
Strong communication skills and executive presence
ServSafe certification and working knowledge of HACCP
Experience preparing for and managing health and safety audits
Strong computer skills and experience with food management systems
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement: Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience: 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience: 2 years in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, etc.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, ensuring all employees are valued and respected. We provide 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.
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Executive Chef 2
Location
RWJ Barnabas Health – Jersey City Medical Center, Jersey City, NJ.
Role Overview
Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 2 to lead culinary operations at RWJ Barnabas Health – Jersey City Medical Center, a premier healthcare facility serving Hudson County since 1882. Located on a 15‑acre campus, the medical center includes the Wilzig Hospital and the Provident Bank Ambulatory Center and delivers advanced, state‑of‑the‑art care across a wide range of specialties. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on culinary leader to make a meaningful impact on patient care through food.
What You’ll Do
Lead all culinary operations for patient dining services
Manage menu development, purchasing, inventory, waste control, and cost analysis
Oversee production through the Sodexo Food Management System (FMS) and ensure Goal Check compliance
Drive patient satisfaction and elevate the overall dining experience
Coach, train, and develop the culinary team, including Sodexo‑required training programs
Ensure compliance with Sodexo culinary standards and recipe adherence
Support food cost management, forecasting, and labor controls
Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and workplace safety standards
Build strong client relationships and collaborate on operational goals and performance initiatives
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.
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
What You Bring
Proven experience leading and developing culinary teams
Strong production culinary background, ideally in healthcare
Knowledge of healthcare regulations and patient dining standards
Experience in menu planning, food production, and presentation
Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, purchasing, and inventory management
Ability to thrive in a high‑volume, fast‑paced healthcare environment
Strong communication skills and executive presence
ServSafe certification and working knowledge of HACCP
Experience preparing for and managing health and safety audits
Strong computer skills and experience with food management systems
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement: Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience: 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience: 2 years in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, etc.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, ensuring all employees are valued and respected. We provide 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.
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