Chef

Job Introduction

Chef

Location: Unilever Seacroft, Coal Road, Leeds, LS14 2AR
Salary: £13.63 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (1 weekend day in 3), 07:00 – 15:00
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Chef to join our catering team at Unilever Seacroft. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate culinary professional to deliver high-quality food services within a busy corporate environment.

As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting food to a high standard while supporting the smooth operation of the kitchen. You will work closely with colleagues to ensure exceptional service delivery, food safety compliance, and customer satisfaction.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare, cook and present meals in line with company standards
• Ensure all food is produced to the highest quality and presentation standards
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety practices
• Support stock control, ordering and waste management procedures
• Assist with menu preparation and service delivery
• Work effectively as part of the catering team to meet customer expectations
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment
• Follow all operational procedures and instructions

What We’re Looking For

• NVQ Level 2 Culinary, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification
• Food Hygiene Certificate
• Strong culinary skills and food preparation experience
• Ability to carry out manual tasks and work in a physically active role
• Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions
• A positive attitude with a commitment to delivering excellent service
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

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 a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families, including:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a disability confident leader employer. We are committed to changing attitudes towards disability and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.