Executive Sous Chef - High-Volume Sports & Events

Sodexo; Mississippi; On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo at Ole Miss Athletics seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead a high-volume campus kitchen, delivering exceptional dining experiences for fans and VIPs while supporting gameday operations across university athletic venues.

You will oversee menu planning, program execution, and staff development, mentoring a culinary team, ensuring food safety, and collaborating with event managers to align service with event timelines. This role blends hands-on leadership with operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong culinary knowledge across multiple cuisines and techniques.
• Leadership skills to develop and motivate staff.
• Excellent organization and time management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and inventory practices.
• Clear, effective communication skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to maintain preparation, service, and quality standards.
• Contribute to menu creation and customization based on client needs and seasonal ingredients.
• Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff to enhance skills and efficiency.
• Coordinate with event managers to ensure food service aligns with event timelines.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Food safety

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Sodexo at Ole Miss Athletics seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead a high-volume campus kitchen, delivering exceptional dining experiences for fans and VIPs while supporting gameday operations across university athletic venues.

You will oversee menu planning, program execution, and staff development, mentoring a culinary team, ensuring food safety, and collaborating with event managers to align service with event timelines. This role blends hands-on leadership with operational excellence.