Sous Chef

You’re committed to fostering an open and inclusive culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Join us in leading a team where engagement, productivity, and innovation naturally flourish in this empowering environment.

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef for the Sharp Healthcare Corporate Center—the Prebys Innovation and Education Center—in San Diego, CA. This fast-paced culinary setting caters to high-level executives, doctors, and staff, offering high-volume catering, a café, and a coffee bar. Be part of a collaborative, team-driven environment where excellence is the standard!

• monitor, audit, implement and standardize new menus;
• work with vendors on procurement items; be responsible for purchasing manager and purchasing financial audits;
• continue sustainability program with the direction of Director of Culinary Operations;  
• improve and standardize catering and banquet services, create menus based on client needs;
• implement innovative and fresh ideas in retail, and catering.

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.

• a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends;
• strong management skills and previous experience working in a high-volume facility;
• high end catering and dining experience and a passion for culinary arts;
• experience with authentic global cuisine (highly desirable); 
• a strong production culinary background, ideally in an up-scale restaurant/retail/catering environment;
• Servsafe certified as well as working knowledge of HACCP and experience with Health and Safety audits.

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.

Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience