Executive Chef

Role Overview

Location: Jackson, MS Company: Sodexo Corporate Services

Salary: 65K

Bring your culinary creativity and leadership skills to a role where you can truly make an impact! Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking an Executive Chef 2 to lead our food operations at Southern Farm Bureau in Jackson, MS. This is your chance to showcase your talent in a dynamic corporate environment that values innovation and quality.

• One Corporate Café serving Breakfast and Lunch only
• Catering Services for meetings and special events

• Creative Freedom
  :
  Bring your culinary vision to life in a corporate setting.
• Work-Life Balance
  :
  Enjoy a schedule focused on breakfast and lunch—no late nights!
• Career Growth
  :
  Access Sodexo’s global network of opportunities and resources.
• Competitive Benefits
  :
  Comprehensive package including health, retirement, and more.

Incentives:

Predominately M-F schedule 5:30am to 2pm, no evenings and rare weekends.

As the lead culinarian
, you’ll be the driving force behind our culinary success. Your responsibilities will include:

• Menu Innovation
  :
  Design and execute creative, seasonal menus that delight guests.
• Operational Leadership
  :
  Oversee ordering, inventory, and cost control for food and labor.
• Team Management
  :
  Lead and inspire a team of 8 dedicated hourly employees.
• Catering Excellence
  :
  Deliver high-quality catering for corporate events.
• Safety & Quality
  :
  Ensure compliance with all safety and sanitation standards.
• Hands-On Leadership
  :
  Be actively involved in production about 80% of the time.

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.

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar leadership role.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for innovation and quality.
• Ability to manage budgets, costs, and operational efficiency.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

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 s 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.

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Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 2 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.