Head Chef - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!Location: Altrincham Grammar School for Girls, Cavendish Rd, Bowdon, Altrincham WA14 2NLSalary: £16.00 per hourHours: 35 - 40 hours a weekWorking Pattern: Monday - Friday (7.00am to 2.30/ 3pm)Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a HeadChef for Sodexoat Altrincham Grammar School for Girls, Cavendish Rd, Bowdon, Altrincham WA14 2NL, you'll be at the heart of the school, overseeing food and beverage operations, managing budgets, and ensuring every meal is top-tier. Your leadership will inspire your team daily, creating a dynamic and productive work environment. Best of all? No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.What You'll Do:Oversee the replenishment of food and ensure work areas are cleaned and maintained to a high standardDevelop, mentor, and train kitchen staff to foster an inspiring team cultureManage and optimise all aspects of the catering operation, including labour, food, and stock costsMaintain consistency in food quality and service standards for staff, visitors, and studentsLead menu creation and development to keep offerings fresh and excitingConduct regular audits to ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulationsWhat You Bring:Essential:Experience cooking on a large scale (100–1300 students)Experience following recipes in a professional kitchenPrior staff supervision or line management experienceStrong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparationUnderstanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to enforce themAbility to work under pressure in a busy kitchen environmentPositive leadership, professionalism, and a passion for foodHold basic food handling certifications, including:NVQ Level 2Level 2 Food Safety CertificateAt least one year of hands-on cooking experience (Training in Food Hygiene and Health & Safety provided)What We Offer:A dynamic and supportive work environmentCompetitive salary and benefitsFull training and protective uniform providedNo unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing supportEmployee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal supportDiscounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefitsCareer progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeshipsCycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunitiesAt Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn't just a job—it's a chance to be part of something bigger. If you're ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you!Apply today and help us create a brighter future!Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.