Executive Chef , Seniors Services

Executive Chef

Sodexo Seniors is seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Executive Chef at Hollenbeck Palms in Los Angeles, CA. We are seeking a talented individual who will commit to the challenges of creating and delivering a culinary-driven, upscale experience within a thoughtfully senior living facility. Hollenbeck Palms is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Los Angeles, offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing. We recently opened our new Latitude Bistro, a modern and hospitality-forward dining experience that brings fresh, elevated, and resident-centered service to our community. We are seeking an experienced, inspiring, and hands-on Executive Chef to lead our culinary program and continue enhancing the resident dining experience across all levels of care. Reporting to the Multi-Service General Manager, the Executive Chef is responsible for the overall culinary vision, leadership, and operational execution of the dining program. This role will lead and mentor the culinary team, maintain exceptional culinary standards, and drive innovation throughout the dining program—including menu creativity, seasonal features, special events, and the ongoing evolution of the Latitude Bistro concept. Spanish language skills are helpful and valued in supporting team communication.

What You'll Do

Lead, mentor, train, and inspire the culinary team across IL, AL, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing.

Create and execute menus that reflect resident preferences, nutritional needs, and elevated dining standards.

Continue to grow and enhance the Latitude Bistro with creative offerings, chef-forward experiences, and seasonal specials.

Oversee food production planning, recipe compliance, cost control, and forecasting.

Ensure all kitchens and service areas meet the highest standards of sanitation, food safety, and regulatory compliance.

Actively engage with residents through tastings, feedback sessions, dining committee, and special events.

Partner with the Multi-Service General Manager and leadership team to support a strong hospitality culture.

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

Have a passion for culinary arts, with a desire for creativity a strong production culinary background, ideally in a healthcare or retail setting.

Are able to develop trust and build strong client relationships while meeting the expectation of the client as well as Sodexo.

Demonstrate experience supervising a culinary team and exceptional human resource and supervisory/management skillset.

3-5 years of Executive Chef level experience in a recognized setting, concept, or company.

Have exceptional professional communication skills.

Possess a hands-on, innovative leadership approach to management.

Have a passion for a high-level customer service and relationship oriented.

Are able to work independently and make sound business decisions within company guidelines.

Have the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Have strong financial acumen and experience managing a food service operations budget.

Are knowledgeable in compliance to food safety, sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards.

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 2 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Location US-CA-LOS ANGELES