Chef

Sodexo Group; Aldershot; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

Employee assistance programme

24/7 virtual GP

Discounts for you and your family

Retirement plans

Cycle to Work scheme

Volunteer day

Job summary

Sodexo Group in Aldershot is seeking a dedicated Chef to join our busy kitchen team. You will prepare and serve high-quality meals, manage dietary requirements, and contribute to a welcoming dining experience for clients and customers.

With shift patterns including early, middle and late shifts and a 40-hour week at £13.21 per hour, you will work 5 days out of 7 in a fast-paced environment, upholding hygiene standards and teamwork to deliver excellent service every day.

Qualifications

• High standards and strict hygiene/safety practices.
• Positive team player contributing to a supportive environment.
• Clear communication with customers, clients and colleagues.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate held.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Professional, reliable and organised approach.
• NVQ Level 2 Chef or equivalent culinary qualification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve delicious, high-quality meals on time to Sodexo standards.
• Meet dietary requirements and allergens with accuracy.
• Support hospitality services from prep to service and clean-down.
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment and respond to incidents.
• Participate in meetings, training and development opportunities.

Skills

Food hygiene

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Literacy & numeracy

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

NVQ Level 2 Chef

Job description

• 40 hours per week
• 5 days out of 7
• Early Shift: 06:00 - 14:30
• Middle Shift: 08:00 - 16:30
• Late Shift: 10:00 - 18:30
• £13.21 per hour

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Are you a passionate Chef looking for your next opportunity? Sodexo is looking for a talented and motivated Chef to join our team in Aldershot.

This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your culinary skills, work as part of a supportive team, and help deliver high-quality food and service every day.

If you take pride in your cooking, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are looking for a role where you can develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do:

• Prepare and serve delicious, high-quality meals and refreshments on time, ensuring every dish meets Sodexo's standards and exceeds client and customer expectations.
• Take pride in delivering food to a consistently high standard, while paying close attention to special dietary requirements and allergens, including nut, dairy and wheat allergies.
• Support the smooth running of all hospitality services, from food preparation and service through to clear-down, ensuring a professional and welcoming experience for every customer.
• Work as part of the wider team to maintain a safe, clean and efficient working environment, responding quickly and appropriately to any incidents, including accidents, fire, food safety concerns, loss or damage.
• Get involved in team meetings, training and development opportunities to build your skills and continue delivering an excellent service.

What you'll bring:

• High standards and a strong commitment to maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards.
• A positive team player who works well with colleagues and contributes to a supportive working environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to communicate effectively with customers, clients and colleagues.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• A professional, reliable and organised approach to work.
• 5706/2, NVQ Level 2 Chef qualification or equivalent culinary qualification.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something greater. You'll be valued for who you are, have the chance to make a positive impact through your everyday work, and be supported to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme offering personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP and lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you and your family
• Financial wellbeing tools and retirement plans
• Cycle to Work scheme and Paid Volunteering Day

Join Sodexo as a Chef, bringing your passion for great food to a busy kitchen, maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene and food safety, and helping the team deliver an excellent catering service every day!