Sous Chef I

We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef I for the University of Mississippi in Beautiful Oxford, MS.

Unit Description:

Working on the food and beverage athletics side at Ole Miss offers an engaging and high-energy experience at the heart of gameday hospitality. You will collaborate with the onsite operations and culinary teams to serve fans and VIPs across the universities venues, gaining hands‑on experience in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. 

Job Overview: 

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Sous Chef I to join our culinary team. This position is responsible for assisting in the supervision of kitchen operations, preparing high-quality food for suites, concessions, and VIP events, and leading culinary staff in maintaining consistency and culinary excellence in a fast-paced sports environment. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Sous Chef with daily kitchen operations and execution of game day and non-game day food service.
• Supervise and train line cooks, prep staff, and utility workers.
• Ensure all food is prepared to specifications, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Maintain compliance with health, sanitation, and safety standards (HACCP, ServSafe, etc.).
• Monitor food and labor costs to align with budgetary goals.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning schedules, equipment maintenance, and inventory management.
• Provide input on menu development, specials, and seasonal offerings.
• Uphold and embody Sodexo Live's! commitment to the guest experience and service excellence.

Qualifications/Skills:

• 3+ years of professional kitchen experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, kitchen operations, and production in high-volume environments.
• Ability to lead and mentor staff with professionalism and accountability.
• Experience in sports/entertainment or premium hospitality is a plus.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, holidays, and game days.

Other Requirements:

• Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.
• Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Why Join Sodexo Live!?

At Sodexo Live!, we're proud to be experience makers, creating unforgettable moments for people across a wide range of industries and events. We bring that same commitment to our team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package that begins on day one, additional benefits include:

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Identity Theft Protection
• Adoption Assistance

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.