Role Overview

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.

What You'll Do

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

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.

What You Bring

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

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. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience

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