Role Overview

Executive Chef – North Indian Cuisine | The Good Eating Company at Sodexo

San Jose, CA | Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM | No Nights or Weekends

At The Good Eating Company, a division of Sodexo, we believe food is more than fuel—it’s an experience. In places where people work, we create culinary moments worth savoring. Our mission is to bring the food people love to the places they spend their days, and we’re looking for a culinary leader who shares our passion.

We are seeking an Executive Chef specializing in Northern Indian cuisine to lead one of our signature cafés at a high-profile accounts in San Jose, California. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your mastery of Indian culinary traditions in a modern, upscale dining environment.

Incentives

What You'll Do

• Lead the culinary operations of a dedicated Indian cuisine café featuring:
  • Indian-Style Meat Station
  • Vegetarian Station
  • Chaat Station
  • Indian Grill Station
• Design and execute authentic, regional Indian menus—from North India 
• Work hands-on (80% of the time) to ensure culinary excellence and consistency.
• Manage a team of 7 skilled culinary professionals.
• Oversee menu planning, inventory, and procurement with a focus on fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients

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 knowledge of Indian cuisine, including regional specialties (e.g., Punjabi, South Indian, Bengali, Mughlai, etc.)
• Mastery of traditional Indian cooking techniques, such as tandoori, tawa, dum, and curry preparation
• Proficiency in spice blending and flavor balancing
• Experience with scratch cooking and using fresh, local ingredients
• Ability to develop innovative menus that reflect both authenticity and modern culinary trends

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 - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 3 years   

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.