Melody Miranda

A flavor connoisseur and National Director of Culinary, Chef Melody Miranda brings passion, expertise and a chef-driven approach to every dish.

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A Culinary Visionary

With more than decades in the industry, Melody Miranda has been shaping Sodexo’s culinary vision since 2001, with her appreciation of balanced plates, subtle flavors and ingredients at their best. A true pioneer, she helped develop chef-driven dining concepts, ensuring every plate gets crafted with passion and purpose. As National Director of Culinary, she inspires chefs across the company every day.

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Melody’s Culinary Philosophy 

For Chef Melody, good food means more than taste — it’s about nourishment, beauty and the joy of eating. With an appreciation for the simplicity of quality ingredients that hold their own, she creates dishes that are as satisfying as they are vibrant. Or in her words: Make good food, eat good food. 

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Roasted Chicken with Sautéed Greens

Melody loves the simple perfection of roasted chicken with crispy, golden skin paired with lightly wilted sautéed greens — naturally flavorful and sparingly seasoned with kosher salt. It’s a dish that balances richness and simplicity in every bite. 

By using whole ingredients as much as possible, cooking from scratch as much possible, we know it’s going to taste good and be good for you.
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 Chef Melody MirandaNational Director of Culinary 

Carefully Chosen Ingredients

Melody’s kitchen is stocked with essentials that elevate every dish. From artisanal salts to umami-rich seaweeds, she loves ingredients that enhance and transform simple meals into unforgettable bites. 

Chef Melody's Must-Have Ingredients 

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Salt

Yes, Chef Melody’s not-so-secret weapon is just the right amount of salt — and for good reason! From delicate Maldon flakes to smoky varieties, she chooses from a baker’s dozen of salts to build complexity and give any dish the perfect finishing touch. 

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