**Role Overview** **_Work for a company that cares for its people and offers opportunities for personal growth._** **Sodexo** is seeking a driven **Executive Chef 1** at **Medstar National Rehabilitation Hospital** **,** located in **Washington, DC** **.** MedStar Health is 99 bed, not-for-profit health system dedicated to caring for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation and research. MedStar is recognized regionally and nationally for excellence in medical care. **What You'll Do** **The ideal candidate has:** + a strong culinary background, with a passion for food and innovation; + prior experience working with a contract management company; + strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft Word and Excel; + excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to coach, mentor and engage the frontline culinary team; + previous experience working in a high-volume facility; + strong management skills, and; + a knowledge of Sodexo Food Management System (FMS). **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** + Provides culinary leadership within a small sized unit including menu planning, program execution and staff management & training. + Works directly with internal and external clients managing the catering process from beginning through execution + Executes the culinary function + Customer & Client satisfaction + Manages food & physical safety program. **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 completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) . **Qualifications & Requirements** Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience - 2 years Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc. **Location** _US-DC-WASHINGTON_ **System ID** _982197_ **Category** _Culinary_ **Employment Status** _Full-Time_ _Exempt_ **Posted Range** _$56600 to $85470_ **Company : Segment Desc** _HOSPITALS_ _On-Site_