Sous Chef

Sodexo is seeking a skilled and passionate Sous Chef to support culinary operations at Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego, CA. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your creativity and leadership to a healthcare setting that values quality, innovation, and teamwork. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to delivering exceptional food experiences, we’d love to meet you!

• Assist in managing daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation.
• Support menu planning and execution, incorporating patient dietary needs and preferences.
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and Sodexo standards.
• Collaborate with clinical and food service teams to enhance the overall dining experience.

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.

• Proven experience in culinary operations, preferably in a healthcare or hospitality setting.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with a focus on teamwork and service excellence.
• Knowledge of food safety standards, specialized diets, and nutrition.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Passion for creating delicious, nutritious meals that make a difference in patients' lives.

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