Sous Chef

1 week ago

St Andrews, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time

Sous Chef – St Leonards School, St Andrews (Fife, KY16 9QJ) Salary: £13.94 per hour. Full-time, 52‑week position. Location: St Leonards School, St Andrews, Fife. Enhanced PVG Checks Required. Job Introduction We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our dedicated kitchen team at St Leonards School, St Andrews. This full‑time, 52‑week position supports school catering, functions and holiday lets, providing consistent cover throughout the year. Key Responsibilities Assist the Executive Chef in the planning, preparation and delivery of all menus. Maintain food quality and presentation standards in line with Sodexo and client expectations. Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, allergen and safety regulations (Food Safety Act 1990). Supervise and motivate kitchen staff, ensuring consistent standards and efficient teamwork. Support special events and school functions, occasionally outside normal working hours. Enforce cleaning schedules and kitchen hygiene protocols. Manage allergen awareness and training across the kitchen team. Maintain a professional standard of dress, conduct, and communication at all times. Monitor food stock, deliveries and wastage in line with budget and sustainability goals. Contribute to continuous improvement in quality, safety and client satisfaction. Essential Skills & Experience Experience cooking on a large scale (100–1300 students). Prior supervisory or line management experience in a professional kitchen. Strong knowledge of fresh produce, ingredients and modern cooking techniques. NVQ Level 2 and Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (or equivalent). Understanding of food hygiene, allergens and health & safety regulations. Ability to work effectively under pressure and lead by example. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills. At least one year of hands‑on professional cooking experience. Desirable Proven experience managing client relationships. Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and motivate a team. Experience within the education or contract catering sector. Why This Role? Consistent cover across all services, including during lets and events. Reduced reliance on overtime and temporary staff. Improved service quality and team wellbeing. Greater flexibility for the Executive Chef to focus on planning and compliance. What We Offer Free meals while on duty. Competitive salary and benefits package. No unsociable hours – public holidays and Christmas off. Full uniform and comprehensive training provided. Access to wellbeing and mental health support. Employee Assistance Programme (legal, financial, and personal support). Discounts, cashback schemes, and Sodexo benefits. Career progression, learning and apprenticeship opportunities. 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 an opportunity to lead with passion and cook with purpose. If you’re ready to make a real impact in a supportive, values‑driven team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us create a brighter, tastier future at St Leonards School All roles require pre‑employment screening, including a PVG check. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if a high volume of applications is received. Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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