Sous Chef

Sodexo; Missouri; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Sous Chef at the SSM Health St. Joseph Lake St. Louis Hospital to lead evening culinary operations. This role focuses on shaping standard procedures, improving consistency, and delivering high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience in large, fast-paced kitchens and can mentor a team while managing procurement and menu execution to meet client expectations.

Qualifications

• High-volume, fast-paced kitchen experience required.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Menu planning and culinary trend knowledge.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage evening culinary food operations for the medical campus.
• Shape and standardize culinary operations.
• Mentor and inspire the culinary team to deliver quality and service.
• Collaborate with team to support operations.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Menu planning

Culinary trends

Communication

Organization

Computer skills

Customer focus

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Sous Chef for SSM Health St Joesph Lake St. Louis Hospital. The Sous Chef will manage evening culinary food operations for the medical campus.

The Sous Chef will come with a leadership background and experience in large, fast-paced kitchen environments.

About the job

Step into a dynamic culinary position where your creativity and expertise will directly influence the dining experience. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping and standardizing culinary operations, while mentoring and inspiring your team to deliver exceptional service and quality every day.

The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.

Pay Range: $20.39 - $26.39

What's in it for you

• Take the lead in implementing streamlined culinary systems that enhance consistency and efficiency.
• Develop and mentor a passionate team, fostering growth and excellence on the front lines.
• Engage in hands-on procurement and purchasing, ensuring the freshest ingredients and best value.
• Collaborate to design menus that delight clients and reflect their unique preferences.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients through exceptional service and communication.
• Gain the opportunity to influence day-to-day culinary operations and drive continuous improvement.
• Work in a supportive environment that values your input and encourages creativity.

What you'll bring

• A solid culinary background with experience thriving in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
• Proven leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing culinary teams to reach their full potential.
• Expertise in menu planning, paired with an up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
• Exceptional organizational abilities, detail-oriented mindset, and proficiency with computer systems to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach to build lasting client relationships.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience

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.

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.