Executive Chef 1

Company: Sodexo
Location: White Hall
Posted on: January 1, 2026

Job Description:

Role Overview: Let your passion for people be the driver of your success at Sodexo. Through your leadership, your team will make a real impact every day. A sign on bonus may be available for this position Sodexo is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Chef 1 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center located in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Pine Bluff is less than one hour from Little Rock, Arkansas. Jefferson Regional Medical Center is a 471-bed hospital with a cafeteria offering an action station and Sodexo's Simply to Go program, traditional patient trayline and catering. What You'll Do: manage the daily food production including production planning and controls; ensure Sodexo Culinary Standards including recipe compliance and food quality; manage food costing, controls and compliance; develop menus and manage inventory; have high expectations for customer service and quality of food; have the ability and willingness to develop and train front-line employees; have a passion for food and innovation; have knowledge of special diets and allergens; and knowledge of Sodexo Food Management System (FMS) is preferred. 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: have a strong culinary background, with the demonstrated ability to stay current with new culinary trends; excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of standards and implements company policies; previous experience working in a high-volume facility; and strong management skills. 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 - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience - 2 years Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Keywords: Sodexo, North Little Rock , Executive Chef 1, Hospitality & Tourism , White Hall, Arkansas