Executive Sous Chef
1 month ago• San Jose, CA
Role Overview
The Good Eating Company
Are you a passionate culinarian ready to take your creativity and leadership to the next level? The Good Eating Company is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to support and help lead a chef-driven culinary program for our client in San Jose, California.
This is a hands-on, innovation-focused role where you'll work closely with the Executive Chef to craft exceptional food experiences using fresh, local ingredients and scratch cooking. We are obsessed with great food, sustainability, and being best in class-and we're looking for someone who shares that passion.
Why This Role Is Exciting
- Collaborate on menu development and food innovation.
- Be part of a forward-thinking culinary team that values creativity and excellence.
- Gain leadership experience in a high-profile client environment.
- Enjoy a clear path for career growth within a chef-led organization.
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What You'll Do
- Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and team leadership.
- Contribute to menu planning, recipe development, and food presentation.
- Ensure high standards of food quality, safety, and consistency.
- Mentor and train kitchen staff to foster a culture of collaboration and excellence.
- Help manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls.
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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
- Experience as a Sous Chef ready to step up.
- Passion for scratch cooking, local sourcing, and culinary innovation.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
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 complete this form.
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.
Client-provided location(s): San Jose, CA
Job ID: Sodexo-F9445EBE876108D73FA006A83EE3E604
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-29T18:49:38
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion