Executive Chef 2, Santa Ana

Role Overview: We are makers of Good Food

 

The Good Eating Company is seeking a creative and open-minded Executive Chef for our client in Irvine, CA.

 

This is a hands-on culinary role that will focus on the continued growth of our business dining account. Our goal is to become the premier workplace hospitality brand in North America. We are obsessed with local products, culture, hospitality, great food and being best in class. We seek a strong culinary leader with a proven commitment to excellence, teamwork, and collaboration to help us achieve our vision. 

The Good Eating Company 

In the places where people care about food, we create culinary experiences worth discovering and sharing. We bring the food people love to the places they work, making corporate dining simply delicious. 

What You'll Do: Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for Chef’s who:

 

Ensure all food always looks and tastes great and is visually appetizing when served

Are strong all-round culinary ability and strong craft skills in all areas of professional cookery, including main courses; salads; sauce work; and pastry and baking

Have a strong knowledge of food and able to cook using multiple styles of cuisine

Recognizing and reacting to contemporary trends

Use of correct food terminology and cooking methods

Constantly looking for new recipes and new ideas and initiatives that will improve both the quality of food and service as a whole

Play a key role and enthusiastically mentor's culinary personnel

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: Extensive experience in high-volume culinary operations, particularly managing large-scale food production while maintaining quality and consistency

Experience in menu design and its implementation, creating innovative and appealing menus for a diverse set of needs.

Ability to analyze and control costs without sacrificing the culinary experience.

Ability to direct and motivate the team to achieve culinary excellence while fostering a collaborative environment.

Experience with the latest food trends and techniques, keeping the menu offerings modern and exciting

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 .

Qualifications & Requirements: 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.