Venue/Stadium Chef

Sodexo is a global leader in providing integrated food services and facilities management that enhance the quality of life for individuals and communities around the world. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence, Sodexo partners with various industries to deliver tailored solutions that meet diverse needs. Operating in multiple sectors such as corporate, education, healthcare, and sports and leisure, Sodexo's innovative approach ensures memorable experiences for both customers and employees.

The Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC), located in Birmingham, AL, is a premier venue that hosts a wide range of events including conventions, concerts, and large-scale catering functions. As part of Sodexo’s operations at this landmark venue, the Venue/Stadium Chef position is a dynamic and influential role designed for a culinary expert who can manage multiple units and oversee large-scale food production operations.

As a Venue/Stadium Chef at BJCC, you will have the opportunity to leverage your extensive culinary skills and operational expertise to support and enhance culinary standards across the complex. This role requires a seasoned culinary professional who excels in menu development, recipe creation, and high-volume production. You will provide operational support and training across a large geographic area, helping to strengthen the performance and consistency of the culinary team. Your responsibilities will include fostering food safety standards, managing inventories, overseeing plate costing, and implementing food management systems to drive efficiency and compliance.

You will be an essential contributor to system implementation, vendor compliance, recruitment efforts, and overall culinary excellence. As an individual contributor, you will focus on completing specialized technical tasks while collaborating with the wider team to improve the overall guest culinary experience. This position offers a blend of hands-on culinary leadership and strategic oversight, giving you broad impact and visibility within the organization.

The role comes with a competitive salary range of $110,000 to $120,000 annually and eligibility for Sodexo's incentive plan, which offers variable compensation on top of the base salary. By joining Sodexo at BJCC, you will enjoy a career path that includes leadership opportunities in culinary planning, large catering initiatives, and training development for culinary personnel. You will also gain valuable experience with financial controls and food management technology.

In this role, travel across the region is expected, providing exposure to varied operational challenges and professional growth. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary expertise coupled with financial acumen, the ability to train and develop others, and excellent organizational skills to support multiple units in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional who values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement within a respected global organization committed to diversity and inclusion.