Overview
Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a Chef for Sodexo, you'll assist the Manager/Assistant Manager with preparation, cooking and serving of meals for the students and House staff and deputise for the Senior Chef in their absence. No unsociable hours and public holidays off – including Christmas!
Responsibilities
* Help with preparation of meals in the House as directed by the manager
* Manage day-to-day kitchen activities, manage tasks, establish performance and development goals for yourself
* Oversee the catering and hospitality functions by ensuring smooth delivery, consistency, innovation and the use of quality products
* Promote teamwork and empower your line reports and others around you
* Educate and train line reports in compliance with food safety and service behaviours
* Ensure a can-do approach at all times and engage with people on all levels in the appropriate manner
* Ensure that all kitchen equipment and storerooms are in proper operational condition and are cleaned as per Sodexo cleaning schedules as a minimum
* Adhere to all Sodexo policies and procedures
* Management of food standards and quality across all areas during all stages of food preparation and production
* Ensure that all dishes are prepared, cooked and served to the highest standard at all times in line with menu specifications
* Ensure that methods of food preparation, production, presentation and service comply with company standards
* Ensure that kitchen preparation and clear-down procedures are followed on a daily basis
* Ensure a high standard of kitchen cleanliness is maintained at all times
* Experience cooking on a large scale (100-1300 students)
Qualifications
* NVQ 2 Catering or equivalent qualification
* Previous experience of working as a Chef
* Team player with the ability to be flexible
* Good communication skills
* An ability to work unsupervised and to use own initiative
* Ability to work calmly whilst under pressure in order to meet deadlines
* General interest and passion for good food and taking pride in the food that is produced
Additional information
* 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
* Competitive salary and benefits
* Full training and protective uniform provided
* No unsociable hours and public holidays off – including Christmas!
* Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support
* Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support
* Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits
* Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships
* Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities
At 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!
#J-18808-Ljbffr