Chef

Sodexo Group; Tenterden; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Sodexo as a Chef De Partie at HMP Bronzefield, the largest women's prison in Europe. This rewarding role allows you to impact the lives of women working towards rehabilitation while managing kitchen operations, including meal preparation and supervision of inmates. You’ll need experience in high-volume catering and relevant qualifications to thrive in this dynamic environment.

Benefits

Sodexo retirement plan

Discounts to over 1,900 brands

Gym discount

24/7 employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in bulk catering or high-volume catering required.
• Food hygiene and H&S certificates necessary.
• Qualifications like City & Guilds or NVQ level are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise prisoners working in the kitchen environment.
• Prepare and cook meals for 550 prisoners.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Bulk catering

Food hygiene

Health and Safety

Education

City & Guilds 7061/7062 or equivalent NVQ level

Job description

Sodexo is currently recruiting a Chef De Partie at HMP Bronzefield, a closed local women’s prison in Surrey.This unique and rewarding role offers you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference—not just in the kitchen, but in the lives of the women we support as they work towards rehabilitation and a better future.

HMP & YOI Bronzefield is the largest women’s prison in Europe which accommodates a diverse and complex population of women from restricted Status women who require the highest levels of security, women on remand (who are often experiencing custody for the first time), as well as supporting women with chronic mental health conditions.

Make your impact where it matters. Join Sodexo at HMP Bronzefield and be part of something greater.

For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers.

Main Responsibilities

Supervision of prisoners working within the kitchen environment, ensuring compliance with H & S, food safety, allergens, SoW, and cleaning whilst following guidelines.

Completion of all paperwork requests within the department and wider prison context.

Assist in the preparation and cooking of meals for 550 prisoners.

To follow instructions given by Catering Manager.

Assist with tool checks on regular intervals throughout the day.

Assist in maintaining efficient and secure receipt, storage, and issue of foods and provisions and maintain documents related with these systems.

Undertake duties as required by the Soft Service Manager or Catering Manager that will contribute to the effective operation of HMP & YOI Bronzefield.

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements.

The Ideal Candidate

Experience in ‘bulk’ catering or high-volume catering.

Suitable qualifications for example City & Guilds 7061/7062 or equivalent NVQ level.

Food hygiene and H&S certificates.

Package Description

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 offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles, including emotional support, legal, and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity.We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves.We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Salary £35,245.96 per annum (Base salary £31,516.72 + London weighting £3,729.24)

Frequency Annual

Job Reference SDX/TP/234567/SJS

Contract Type Permanent – Full Time

Closing Date 30 June, 2025

Job Category Chefs

Business Unit UK Government - Justice

Location HMP & YOI Bronzefield, Woodthorpe Road, Ashford, United Kingdom