Sous Chef I

Sodexo Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 2,927,000 - 3,788,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth

Job summary

Sodexo, at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, seeks a Sous Chef to lead daily food production, coach culinary staff, ensure quality and safety standards, and contribute to an exceptional dining experience for patients, visitors, and staff. You'll oversee food preparation, support kitchen operations, develop team talent, and drive quality in a fast-paced healthcare setting with a strong work-life balance.

The role emphasizes standardized systems, procurement involvement, menu design, and client

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in high-volume operations.
• Mentor and develop culinary teams to reach potential.
• Knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food production and ensure safety standards.
• Coach culinary staff and develop talent.
• Oversee food preparation and support kitchen operations.
• Develop menus and drive quality in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Menu planning

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer focus

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Join Sodexo as a Sous Chef at Tufts Medical Center in Boston. Lead daily food production, coach culinary staff, ensure quality and safety standards, and help deliver an outstanding dining experience for patients, visitors, and staff.

Bring your culinary leadership to Tufts Medical Center. As Sous Chef, you'll oversee food preparation, support kitchen operations, develop team talent, and drive quality in a fast-paced healthcare setting with no late nights and strong work-life balance.

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.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $21.25 - $27.50

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.