Head Chef

Job Introduction

Head Chef

Location: Astellas Group

Salary: £36,000

As a Head Chef at Sodexo at Astellas Group, you are also a dedicated culinary professional and a leader shaping exceptional dining experiences. You will oversee the creation of high-quality catering services, ensuring each meal meets the company’s exacting standards and delights our clients. This role allows you to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact on the dining journey of our customers.

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:

Deliver outstanding catering services, meeting agreed KPIs and SLA standards.

Maintain impeccable quality and hygiene throughout the food preparation cycle.

Manage financial accountabilities including budgeting, stock levels, and pricing.

Enforce strict compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.

Lead and inspire a team of catering employees, fostering a culture of excellence.

Drive innovation and identify opportunities for business growth within the contract.

What you bring:

Proven leadership experience in a high-quality culinary environment.

Strong customer service focus, with a hands-on approach to solving challenges.

In-depth knowledge of statutory requirements such as Health & Safety and COSHH.

Exceptional communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail.

Proactive, reliable, and adaptable, with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.

What We Offer

Working with our company 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 who you are; 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:

Flexible and dynamic work environment.

Access to ongoing training and development programs.

Countless opportunities to grow within the company.

Full training supplied.

Employees can opt to increase their employer contribution up to a maximum of 6% with an equal employee match.

Life Assurance - Coverage of 1x annual salary.

Maximum 10% bonus depending on performance.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. We operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences.