Head Chef - Ascot Join Our Team as a Head Chef - Make an Impact Every Day Location: LVS Ascot London Road Ascot SL5 8DR Days/Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7 days Working Hours: 7am - 3.30pm / 11.30am - 8pm Total Hours Per Week: 40 hours Salary: 38,000 - 40,000, with excellent benefits Parking Uniform provided Training provided All meals whilst on shift Are you a passionate and experienced chef ready to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a prestigious educational setting? We're seeking a talented Head Chef to take the reins of its culinary operation, delivering high-quality meals for pupils and staff, as well as managing hospitality and catering events to an exceptional standard. This is a rare opportunity to shape menus, mentor a team, and work collaboratively with senior leadership in a role that balances creativity, responsibility, and purpose-supporting both wellbeing and education through food. Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. This role will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland. What you'll do: Ensure that the production, preparation and presentation of food are always of the highest quality. Knowledge of all standard procedures and policies pertaining to food preparation, receiving, storage and sanitation. Working with the Group Head Chef to provide effective financial control of food. Ensure planning, costing and implementation of all menus, ensuring all menus are balanced, provide variety and seasonality, exhibit innovation and current trends and are financially robust. To support Group Head Chef with interview, recruitment, induction and manage staff accordingly. To ensure that all food is prepared with due care and attention, particularly regarding special dietary requirements, allergens and shelf life. To carry out planning, ordering and implementation of core feeding and functions in the absence of Executive Group Head Chef. For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description What you bring: Experienced head chef who has led and operated in a client facing environment NVQ chef qualifications, or equivalent Ownership and accountability of the role and that of their team. Computer literate Ability to work efficiently and competently in a busy environment. Excellent time management and organisational skills Able to demonstrate positive attitude to self-development, willingness to learn in the role and identify own training needs. High level of self-motivation and recognition of a flexible approach to the role. Strong leadership skills to motivate, communicate and all elements to lead a team. Strong ability to undertake all appropriate training to further both skill and knowledge within the role held. What we offer: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer: Mental Health Support: Unlimited access to an online platform for mental health and wellbeing. Employee Assistance: Access to support for everyday challenges, including legal and financial advice. Health & Wellbeing App: Enjoy a free app with rewards for healthy living, plus 24/7 virtual GP access. Discounts & Financial Benefits: Exclusive deals through the Sodexo Discounts Scheme, alongside insights and savings via the Salary Finance Platform. Retirement Planning: Join the Sodexo Retirement Plan to secure your future. Death in Service Benefit: Protection for your loved ones in the event of your passing while employed. Career Development: Opportunities for growth through a variety of learning and development tools. Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote a healthier lifestyle while helping the environment. Volunteering Opportunities: Engage in meaningful community support initiatives. Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy a dynamic workplace with competitive compensation. We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.