Sous Chef

Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, committed to enhancing quality of life through innovative and sustainable solutions. With a presence in multiple sectors including healthcare, education, corporate, and government, Sodexo prides itself on fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement. At the heart of Sodexo's operations is a commitment to exceptional service and operational excellence, ensuring that clients and customers receive the highest standards of dining and facility management. Sodexo values its employees by offering an environment where everyone can be themselves, share their ideas, and grow in their careers. The company places a strong emphasis on fairness, respect, and equal opportunity for all individuals, irrespective of their background or identity.

Sodexo is currently seeking a Sous Chef to join their culinary team at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. This 195-bed community hospital serves a wide region including Bethlehem, Catasauqua, Northampton, Nazareth, Easton, and the greater Lehigh Valley area. The hospital combines personalized community care with the resources of one of Pennsylvania's premier health systems, ensuring patients receive outstanding healthcare supported by excellent food service.

The role of Sous Chef at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg is crucial in supporting culinary operations across patient dining, retail food services, and catering functions. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef will oversee the daily back-of-house culinary activities and lead a team of approximately 25 frontline culinary associates. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume healthcare environments and is passionate about delivering high-quality food that meets strict presentation and recipe standards.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance while ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement. The Sous Chef will assist with production planning, inventory management, and labor optimization, all while fostering a positive, team-oriented environment that encourages employee development and exceptional customer service. This position offers competitive compensation reflective of a candidate’s education and experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision care, wellness programs, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and career growth opportunities.

Joining Sodexo means being part of a company that not only prioritizes culinary excellence but also recognizes the importance of creating a better everyday experience for patients, staff, and guests. If you have strong culinary leadership skills in healthcare food service and a passion for operational success, Sodexo invites you to apply for this enriching career opportunity.