Job Description

Job Introduction

Chef - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!

Location:

Shrewsbury School, The Schools, Shrewsbury, SY3 7BA

Salary:

14.44 per hour

Hours:

40 hours per week

Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7 (7-3 or 12-8)

Weekend on weekend off

Staff workplace meals provided

Exceptional Sodexo benefits

Great discounts & Recognition

Potential progression within Sodexo

Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a

Junior Sous

Chef for Sodexo

, you'll lead innovation, drive food quality standards for market leading results. You'll promote and maintain a positive Food Safety and Health and Safety culture within the team.


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 food production during and after service and ensure all tasks are done to the company standard Supply Chain Management- Carry out food ordering efficiently when required working with stores supervisor Effective managing of food waste, and recording of data on a daily basis Support with recruitment, induction and develop talented employees within the kitchen Establish and maintain productive working relationships with individuals at all levels within the School and Sodexo. Assist the catering management in interviewing, recruiting, inducting, and management of staff according to the needs of the site and within the procedures laid down by the company and/or School. To have special regard to the welfare of your team and to organise regular and effective staff briefings/ team huddles To carry out any reasonable request by a member of the management team

What You Bring:

Essential:

Experience cooking on a

large scale

(1000-2200 students) Experienced Chef who has operated in a busy kitchen, with all round knowledge of cooking processes, food preparation and finished dishes. Flexible, with the ability to work under pressure and across a range of shifts and service times Experience following recipes in a professional kitchen Strong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparation NVQ level 2 Food Production certificate or equivalent Some knowledge of numeracy to support with recipe building Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to be an effective team player Strong ability to increase individuals' effectiveness through leadership, motivation, communication, coaching and training Excellent time management and organisational skills Ability to set and maintain standards

Desirable:

Ability to review problems analytically, develop opportunities and implement innovative solutions / approaches PC literate

What We Offer:

A

dynamic and supportive work environment

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!

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.