Sous Chef
About The Position
Sodexo is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our culinary team at Kaiser Permanente in Modesto, CA. In this role, you will support high-quality food service operations in a fast‑paced healthcare environment, ensuring exceptional food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a mission-driven setting and is passionate about nutrition, teamwork, and operational excellence. SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Sodexo. This strategic alliance enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve. For almost 20 years, we have provided top-level food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges, universities and aviation lounges.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef or culinary leader, preferably in healthcare, hospitality, or high‑volume food service
- Strong working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and healthcare compliance requirements
- Hands‑on leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop culinary teams
- Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities in a fast‑paced environment
- A passion for delivering nutritious, high‑quality food that supports patient care and guest satisfaction
- Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience
Responsibilities
- Support daily food production and service across patient, retail, and catering operations in a healthcare environment
- Assist with menu execution, recipe compliance, and quality control
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards (HACCP, regulatory compliance)
- Supervise, train, and schedule kitchen staff to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent operations
- Help manage inventory, food costs, and waste reduction while maintaining high service standards
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
