Executive Catering Chef

Sodexo Careers • Palo Alto, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Executive Catering Chef | Palo Alto, CA The Good Eating Company is seeking a high-caliber Catering Executive Chef for our premier Corporate Services client, Broadcom, in Palo Alto, CA. You will oversee culinary operations across the Broadcom campus. This role offers immense creative freedom to curate and execute elevated, high-end menus for Breakfast and Lunch service, all while ensuring every dish is delivered with absolute perfection to meet the standards of Silicon Valley’s top innovators. The ideal candidate must be highly flexible and ready to accommodate diverse customer requests. We are looking for a visionary leader with a background in fine dining or high-end catering who can partner closely with the client to create memorable, world-class dining experiences in a fast-paced, professional environment. Click here to learn more about the Good Eating Company . 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 .

Requirements

• Culinary Artistry: A rock-solid background in high-end kitchens and a finger on the pulse of modern food trends. You don’t just follow the curve; you stay ahead of it.
• Visionary Leadership: Exceptional communication skills and the authority to command a kitchen while maintaining uncompromising culinary standards.
• Team Leader: A natural talent for coaching and helping others grow. You know how to take a talented crew and turn them into a high-performance unit.
• Fuel for Innovation : A genuine, infectious passion for food. You thrive on experimenting with new flavors and bringing creative concepts to life.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Master the Back-of-House: Take full ownership of strategic purchasing, inventory, and food cost analysis. You’ll use your expertise in production forecasting to keep the kitchen running like a well-oiled machine.
• Elevate Culinary Standards: Ensure every plate meets the client expectations. From recipes to top-tier food quality, you’ll be the guardian of the culinary experience.
• Inspire Your Brigade: Lead with passion. You’ll develop and motivate your team to embrace bold culinary innovations and stay ahead of global food trends.
• Safety & Tech Excellence : Maintain an inspection-ready kitchen by upholding rigorous safety and sanitation standards. You’ll leverage automated inventory and management systems to drive efficiency across the campus.

Benefits

• 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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Associate degree