Breakfast Chef

Sodexo; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chef to join their team at Clifton College, Bristol. This role involves delivering high-quality food services, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring a safe work environment. You will have the opportunity to influence the culinary experience of students by utilizing your cooking skills and creativity in a vibrant school community. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in large-scale cooking, strong leadership qualities, and passion for food. A competitive salary and numerous benefits, including a retirement plan and discounts, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive retirement plan

Discounts at over 1,900 retail brands

Gym offers

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• At least one year of hands-on cooking experience.
• Basic food handling certifications such as NVQ Level 2.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality food service following set standards.
• Monitor quality control systems like service schedules.
• Prepare and present food to required standards daily.
• Provide excellent customer service to various stakeholders.
• Maintain clean and organized food storage and kitchen.

Skills

Large scale cooking experience

Ability to follow professional recipes

Knowledge of fresh ingredients

Strong customer service

Leadership skills

Education

NVQ Level 2

Level 2 Food Safety

Job description

Are you ready to lead a kitchen where every meal helps fuel learning, energy, and brighter futures? As a Chef with Sodexo, you'll be at the centre of a vibrant school community, guiding food and beverage operations, managing budgets, and ensuring every plate that leaves your kitchen reflects quality, care, and creativity. Join the Sodexo team at Clifton College and be part of something bigger. Here, you belong to a team where you can act with purpose, grow your skills, and thrive in your own way.

What You'll Do

• Deliver a high quality food service by following set schedules, procedures, and standards
• Monitor quality control systems, including job sign off sheets and service schedules
• Prepare and present food to the required standard every day
• Participate in daily service briefings
• Implement and follow cleaning schedules to agreed standards
• Wear the correct uniform and promote a positive company image at all times
• Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and guests
• Maintain clean, hygienic, and well organised food storage and kitchen equipment, front and back of house
• Work safely, follow the three checks for safety, and complete Near Miss cards where necessary
• Experience cooking on a large scale, typically serving 100 to 1300 students
• Ability to follow professional recipes with consistency
• Previous experience supervising staff or managing a small team
• Strong knowledge of fresh ingredients and preparation methods
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations and the confidence to uphold them
• Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure in a fast moving kitchen
• A positive approach to leadership, professionalism, and a genuine passion for food
• Basic food handling certifications including NVQ Level 2 and Level 2 Food Safety
• At least one year of hands‑on cooking experience
• Training in Food Hygiene and Health and Safety will be provided

If you're passionate about cooking, committed to excellence, and excited to make a difference every day, this role is a chance to bring your talent to a place where it truly matters. Join Sodexo and help shape a kitchen that supports healthier, happier students.

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo isn't just another job but a chance to be part of something that matters. Here, you're welcomed for who you are, encouraged to bring your ideas and purpose to the table, and given the opportunity to make a real difference in the work you do every day. You'll also find the support, flexibility, and room you need to grow in a way that feels right for you. With over 20 Sodexo benefits to choose from, you'll have access to a competitive retirement plan, discounts at 1,900+ retail brands, great gym offers, and a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for emotional, legal, and financial support.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland). Note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.