Head Chef

2 months ago

Leven, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time
Job Introduction

Drive business success - and your career. 

Inspiring growth. Igniting potential.

Build a career with big-name businesses, as a Head  Chef  with Sodexo in Leven, Fife (KY8 5HD)  For a role that’s a perfect mix of passion, perks and potential.

At Sodexo we thrive in providing quality service, and serving up memorable catering offers for our corporate colleagues and clients. Lead our kitchen team in serving incredible food, and enjoy incredible perks.

As the face of our catering operation, you will be responsible for overseeing all culinary offers and outlets within our prestigious corporate setting, ensuring your teams provide high-quality, creative, and nutritious meals that align with our brand and exceed our clients' expectations.

What you’ll do:    

  • Cost, develop and implement innovative, seasonal and sustainable menus, at the forefront of industry trends
  • Manage and coach a team of chefs and catering staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment for all
  • Collaborate with the wider hospitality teams to coordinate special events and corporate functions
  • Monitor food costs and manage budgets effectively to maximize profitability
  • Ensure the highest standards of food hygiene and health and safety are maintained and recorded in compliance with national food safety standards
  • Maintain accurate records of stock, purchases, and wastage levels

What you bring:   

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a corporate or high-volume setting
  • Professional cookery or culinary qualifications and relevant professional training
  • Ability to successfully lead and manage a team
  • Financial understanding and able to navigate IT systems
  • Current industry knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment
  • Commitment to maintaining the highest food safety and hygiene standards

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

  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
  • An Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
  • Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
  • The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).
  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan
  • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
  • Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today and start your journey with Sodexo  

Serve incredible food, enjoy incredible perks.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

Package Description

Head Chef

  • Monday to Friday 
  • 7am - ; (Friday 7am - )
  • 40 hours per week
  • £;per hour + Sodexo Benefits (£35k-£36k per annum)
  • Full training and uniform provided

 

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