40 hours per week
Monday - Friday
07:00 till 15:30
£19.23 per hour
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Job Introduction
Are you a passionate and experienced chef ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Sodexo is seeking a talented Senior Sous Chef to join our team at a vibrant corporate site in Bracknell. In this role, you will support the Head Chef in leading a dynamic kitchen operation, delivering fresh, high-quality food while inspiring the team and maintaining the highest standards of safety and service.
What youll do:
Support the Head Chef in planning, preparing, and presenting high-quality food that meets Sodexo and client standards.
Help lead and support the kitchen team across all service areas, including retail, deli, café, hospitality, vending, and the main kitchen.
Contribute to menu planning and innovation using the Sodexo Culinary DRIVE system, creating engaging seasonal and themed food offers that meet site requirements and budgets.
Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards, ensuring compliance with company policy and maintaining the sites 5* EHO rating.
Assist with stock control, ordering, food rotation, and weekly stock takes, ensuring accurate records, minimal waste, and effective cost control.
Step up to lead the kitchen in the Head Chefs absence, overseeing daily operations, supporting the front-of-house team when required, and delivering an excellent customer experience.
What you bring:
A passionate and creative chef with a strong understanding of current food trends and the ability to bring innovation to menus.
Professional culinary qualification such as an NVQ Level 3, Diploma, or equivalent in Professional Cookery or Hospitality.
Proven experience in a Senior Sous Chef or Sous Chef leadership role within corporate catering, contract catering, or a high-volume commercial kitchen.
Excellent culinary craft skills with the ability to deliver consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, and service.
Strong financial awareness, including experience managing food costs, menu costing, GP targets, and kitchen budgets.
Level 3 Food Hygiene Certification with good IT skills (Word and Excel) and a solid understanding of food safety, compliance, and kitchen management processes.
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; its a chance to be part of something greater. Youll belong in a company and team that values you for you; youll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and youll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
Mental health & wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
Discounts for you & family
Financial tools & retirement plan
Cycle to Work & Paid Volunteering Day
Join our team as a Senior Sous Chef and lead the way in delivering exceptional culinary standards across the kitchen!
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