Chef

Sodexo Group; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on site

Meal on shift

Uniform provided

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Sodexo Group in Leicester seeks a Chef to prepare high-quality meals for patients and staff within Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital. You will manage a section of the kitchen, ensure dishes meet high standards, and thrive in a fast-paced environment as part of a purpose-driven team.

You will contribute to patient wellbeing through nutritious meals, follow recipes and dietary requirements, and uphold food safety and cleanliness across all kitchen areas.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef in a quality-focused catering environment, healthcare experience desirable.
• Good understanding of food safety, HACCP, allergens, hygiene and health and safety requirements.
• Passion for producing great-quality food and delivering an excellent patient/customer experience.
• Ability to work efficiently, follow recipes and instructions, and manage tasks effectively.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with a positive and flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality, nutritious and appealing food for patients, staff and visitors.
• Follow menus, recipes and dietary requirements to ensure consistent quality.
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, allergen management and health and safety.
• Keep kitchen and work areas clean, safe and well organized during each shift.
• Support smooth kitchen operations and collaborate with colleagues to deliver excellent service.
• Monitor food quality and presentation and report issues promptly.
• Provide cover for colleagues when required.

Skills

Chef experience

Food safety HACCP

Teamwork & communication

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Job description

Chef

Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital, Scraptoft Lane, LE5 1HY

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• £13.74 per hour + Sodexo Benefits
• 35 hours per week
• Shift Pattern: 5 days out of 7 | 1 working weekend every 3 weeks
• Shift Times: 7 am - 2.30 pm OR 11.30 am - 7pm, no Sunday evenings
• Free parking on site / Meal on shift / Uniform provided / discount on gym membership
• Permanent contract

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Job Introduction

Bring your passion to the plate. Make a difference every day.

As a Chef at Sodexo in Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital, you’ll play a vital role in preparing high-quality meals that support patient wellbeing and enhance the overall dining experience. You’ll be responsible for managing your own section of the kitchen, ensuring every dish meets our high standards. If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a purpose-driven team — this is the role for you. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your way.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and deliver high-quality, nutritious and appealing food for patients, staff and visitors.
• Follow menus, recipes and dietary requirements to ensure food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard.
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, allergen management and health and safety.
• Ensure the kitchen and all work areas are clean, safe and well organised throughout each shift.
• Support the smooth running of the kitchen and work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an excellent service.
• Monitor food quality and presentation, reporting and resolving any issues promptly.
• Support special functions and provide cover for colleagues when require

What you bring:

• Previous experience working as a Chef in quality-focused catering environment; healthcare experience is desirable.
• A good understanding of food safety, HACCP, allergens, hygiene and health and safety requirements.
• A passion for producing great-quality food and delivering an excellent experience for patients and customers.
• The ability to work efficiently, follow recipes and instructions, and manage tasks effectively.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a positive and flexible approach.
• Good organisation, reliability and attention to detail.
• A willingness to learn, develop and complete relevant training.

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day 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 are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

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.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.