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Sodexo Chef Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Pastry Chef

Prairie View, TX · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

As a Pastry Chef at Sodexo, you are a masterpiece creator and food waste reducer. You'll prepare and create delicious menu items with customer service at the heart of everything you do.

Sous Chef

Bethlehem, PA

$22.44 - $29.03/hr

Sodexo is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, a 250-bed acute care hospital in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the ...

Sous Chef

Bethlehem, PA · On-site

$22.44 - $29.03/hr

Sodexo is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, a 250-bed acute care hospital in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the ...

Sous Chef

Bethlehem, PA

$22.44 - $29.03/hr

Sodexo is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, a 250-bed acute care hospital in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the ...

Sous Chef

Bethlehem, PA · On-site

$22.44 - $29.03/hr

Sodexo is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, a 250-bed acute care hospital in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the ...

Sodexo Campus Services is looking for a Executive Chef 4 to join our team at one of our high-profile account at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University located in Daytona Beach, FL. This chef is the ...

Executive Chef 4

Daytona Beach, FL · On-site

$86K - $111K/yr

Sodexo Campus Services is looking for aExecutive Chef 4 to join our team at one of our high-profile account at Embry Riddle AeronauticalUniversity locatedin Daytona Beach, FL. This chef is the Campus ...

Executive Chef 4

Daytona Beach, FL · On-site

$86K - $111K/yr

Sodexo Campus Services is looking for a Executive Chef 4 to join our team at one of our high-profile account at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University located in Daytona Beach, FL. This chef is the ...

Sodexo Campus Services is looking for a Executive Chef 4 to join our team at one of our high-profile account at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University located in Daytona Beach, FL. This chef is the ...

Sodexo is seeking (2) Executive Chef's to lead daily culinary operations for our food team at HMH Jersey Shore Medical Center located in Neptune City, New Jersey. One Executive Chef will lead Retail ...

Chef Manager

Fort Valley, GA · On-site

$48K - $63K/yr

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager for the Church Home in Fort Valley, GA. Church Home, a Lifespring Community, is a warm and friendly senior community set on a beautifully landscaped property. The ...

Executive Chef 1

Neptune, NJ · On-site

$61K - $79K/yr

Sodexo is seeking (2) Executive Chef's to lead daily culinary operations for our food team at HMH Jersey Shore Medical Center located in Neptune City, New Jersey. One Executive Chef will lead Retail ...

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager for the Church Home in Fort Valley, GA. Church Home, a Lifespring Community, is a warm and friendly senior community set on a beautifully landscaped property. The ...

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager for the Church Home in Fort Valley, GA. Church Home, a Lifespring Community, is a warm and friendly senior community set on a beautifully landscaped property. The ...

Chef Manager

Fort Valley, GA · On-site

$48K - $63K/yr

Sodexo is seeking a Chef Manager for the Church Home in Fort Valley, GA. Church Home, a Lifespring Community, is a warm and friendly senior community set on a beautifully landscaped property. The ...

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for Ingleside at Rock Creek, an upscale continuing care retirement community in Washington, DC. This position will cook about 80% of the time, train and ...

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for Ingleside at Rock Creek, an upscale continuing care retirement community in Washington, DC. This position will cook about 80% of the time, train and ...

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for Ingleside at Rock Creek, an upscale continuing care retirement community in Washington, DC. This position will cook about 80% of the time, train and ...

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for Ingleside at Rock Creek, an upscale continuing care retirement community in Washington, DC. This position will cook about 80% of the time, train and ...

Executive Chef 3

Highlands Ranch, CO · On-site

$81K - $105K/yr

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef for UC Health Highlands Ranch Hospital in Highlands Ranch, CO. The Executive Chef will manage all culinary operations for this medical center including patient ...

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How much do sodexo chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for sodexo chef in the United States is $61,052.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $71,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sodexo chef?

A Sodexo Chef is responsible for preparing and overseeing food service operations in Sodexo-managed facilities, such as corporate cafeterias, healthcare institutions, schools, and hospitality venues. They ensure meals are prepared according to client needs, dietary guidelines, and food safety regulations. Additionally, they may supervise kitchen staff, manage inventory, and maintain quality standards to enhance customer satisfaction.

What are some typical career advancement opportunities for Sodexo chefs?

Sodexo Chefs often have access to a variety of growth opportunities within the company, including roles such as Executive Chef, Food Service Manager, or Area General Manager. Many chefs gain experience managing larger teams or more complex operations, which can lead to higher-level supervisory positions. Sodexo supports professional development through ongoing training, leadership programs, and the potential to transfer to different locations or segments like healthcare, education, or corporate services. Career progression is encouraged for those who demonstrate strong leadership, initiative, and a commitment to quality and service.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Sodexo chef position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sodexo Chef, you need culinary expertise, experience in food preparation, and knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines, often supported by a culinary degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and HACCP or ServSafe certifications are typically required. Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills are essential for managing kitchen teams and ensuring smooth operations. These capabilities are vital for delivering high-quality meals, maintaining safety standards, and fostering a collaborative work environment.

How much do Sodexo chefs make?

Sodexo chefs typically earn between $30,000 and $60,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and specific job responsibilities. Salaries can vary based on the level of certification, such as culinary degrees or food safety training, and the work environment, including institutional or corporate settings.
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Pastry Chef

Sodexo

Prairie View, TX • On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Sodexo rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,148 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

344th of 492 rated business services


Job description

Pastry Chef


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Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours, and some weekends/holidays. More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $19.00 - $22.00

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Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. 


What You'll Do: As a Pastry Chef at Sodexo, you are a masterpiece creator and food waste reducer. You'll prepare and create delicious menu items with customer service at the heart of everything you do.


Responsibilities include:

  • Oversee creativity and prepares all desserts required for all food operations, banquets, specialty orders and to-go orders
  • Prepares items from scratch such as breads, rolls, muffins, biscuits, pies, cakes, cookies, pastries, and other desserts. 
  • Schedule production of all baked goods to maintain an inventory of fresh baked goods
  • Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
  • Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.


What You Bring:

  • Successful candidates will be team-oriented, adaptable, reliable, and nurturers of a healthy/safe working environment for all.
  • An Associate's Degree in Pastry Arts and/or 3 - 5 years of like experience with an emphasis on high production.
  • Additional Requirements: Not Applicable (N/A)


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What We Offer:

  • Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life's important moments.
  • Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career
  • Full array of benefits that support you and your family's wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more. 
  • In addition to Sodexo's standard, some locations may offer additional site-specific benefits, including free "shift" meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking. 


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Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo's benefit offerings during the interview process. 


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 culture and belonging 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. Should you need assistance with the online application process, please complete this form. 


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