Chef

Job Introduction

• 30 hours per week
• Monday - Friday
• 7:15am till 1:45pm
• £14.40 per hour
• Free onsite parking

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Job Introduction

Join Sodexo as a Chef and bring your passion for food to a role where quality and consistency are key. You will be responsible for preparing and delivering dishes to the highest standards, ensuring all food is produced in line with Sodexo and client specifications. This is a great opportunity to be part of a professional kitchen team, where attention to detail, creativity, and a commitment to excellence are valued every day.t.

What you’ll do:

• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, hygiene, and cleanliness from delivery through to service.

• Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and environmental regulations, including accurate completion of all HACCP documentation.

• Lead, supervise, and support the catering team—delegating tasks effectively and fostering a positive, professional working culture.

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring all areas are safe, clean, and well-organised at all times.

• Manage ordering, stock control, and stock rotation while minimising waste and supporting cost-efficiency targets.

• Deliver outstanding customer service, responding to requests and resolving any issues promptly while building strong client relationships.

What you bring:

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Catering & Hospitality, along with a valid food safety certificate.

• Proven experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment, ideally with supervisory responsibilities.

• Strong knowledge of food safety, health & safety, and hygiene standards.

• A passion for delivering high-quality food, with a proactive and safety-first mindset.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, delivering a customer-focused service.

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 & 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 Chef and take pride in delivering exceptional food quality, service standards, and kitchen excellence across the site!