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We are seeking an experienced Venue Stadium Chef for the San Diego Convention Center. In this position, you will oversee culinary, purchasing, and stewarding operations.

About the job

Join a role where you’ll provide multi-unit culinary expertise, operational support, and training across a wide geographic area. You’ll strengthen culinary execution by supporting menu development, large-scale catering, recipe creation, food safety standards, and frontline and manager training. This role also plays a key part in system implementation, plate costing, inventory oversight, and compliance with products, vendors, and food management systems. You’ll help maintain consistent standards, assist with recruitment, and ensure strong culinary performance across the district.

The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.

Pay Range: $139145 per year - $180070 per year

Incentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary

What’s in it for you

• A dynamic role that spans multiple units, giving you broad impact and exposure.
• Opportunities to lead menu development, culinary planning, and large catering initiatives.
• A key position in supporting training, onboarding, and development for both frontline and culinary leaders.
• Hands-on experience with financial controls, plate costing, and food management systems.
• The ability to help shape culinary standards, support recruitment, and elevate operational excellence across the region.
• Travel that offers variety, challenge, and broad professional reach.

What you’ll bring 

• Strong culinary expertise across menu development, recipe creation, and high-volume- production.
• Experience with plate costing, inventory management, and understanding of P&L and cost -ofs ales- principles.
• Proficiency with culinary and food management systems, including FMS implementation and training.
• Skill in training others on food safety, standards, systems, and culinary techniques.
• Ability to support staffing needs, including recruiting, selecting, and developing culinary talent.
• Strong presentation skills and confidence representing the organization in sales, retention, and program showcases.
• Excellent organizational abilities, adaptability, and the capacity to support multiple units in a fast-moving- environment.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 5 years
• Related Experience: 3 years

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