Executive Chef 3

Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, committed to improving quality of life and contributing to economic, social, and environmental progress. The company partners with a wide range of clients worldwide, providing integrated solutions through food service, catering, and facilities management to create memorable experiences for customers and employees alike. Sodexo’s core values emphasize fairness, respect, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and heard. The company is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and ensuring a supportive workplace where all individuals can thrive regardless of their background or identity.

Sodexo is currently seeking an Executive Chef 3 to join the dynamic team at Sharp Metropolitan Medical Campus in San Diego, CA. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced culinary professional passionate about leadership, coaching, and developing high-performing teams in a fast-paced food service environment. As an Executive Chef 3, you will lead culinary operations across varied service areas including retail, patient dining, and catering, ensuring consistent quality and supreme execution of culinary services. You will be responsible for maintaining full compliance with safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards, keeping the kitchen survey-ready at all times. The role offers an engaging and hands-on leadership experience where you will guide and develop chefs, managers, and purchasing staff, oversee scheduling, manage coverage and performance, and monitor recipe and menu standardization.

Additionally, you will work closely with vendors to manage procurement operations, conduct financial audits and enforce cost controls while ensuring a seamless experience for patients, guests, and hospital clients. This position requires a strong culinary background paired with outstanding communication and team management skills. You will bring a hands-on approach to operations by regularly gathering feedback and staying connected to evolving culinary trends and customer needs. Sodexo offers a competitive compensation package that considers your education, experience, skills, and training, along with a comprehensive benefits program. This opportunity is ideal for culinary leaders driven to elevate both their team and dining experiences while contributing to the positive mission of Sodexo.