Chef

Sodexo Ltd; Wirral; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full training and protective uniform

No unsociable hours and holidays off

Mental health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts, cashback schemes and other

Career progression and apprenticeships

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd at West Kirby Grammar School in Wirral is seeking a Chef to lead catering operations, oversee food and beverage services, manage budgets, and deliver top-tier meals to students and staff. This role emphasizes hands-on cooking, team leadership, and maintaining high hygiene and safety standards.

With 35 hours per week at £13.90 per hour, there are no unsociable hours and holidays off, and full training and uniform are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking on large scale (100-1300 students).
• Experience following recipes in a professional kitchen.
• Prior staff supervision or line management experience.
• Strong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparation.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and ability to enforce them.

Responsibilities

• Oversee replenishment of food and maintain high cleanliness in work areas.
• Develop, mentor, and train kitchen staff to foster an inspiring team culture.
• Manage and optimise catering operation costs including labour, food, and stock.
• Maintain consistency in food quality and service standards for staff, visitors, and students.
• Lead menu creation and development to keep offerings fresh and exciting.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure food safety and hygiene compliance.

Skills

Large-scale cooking

Staff supervision

Food safety knowledge

Team leadership

Planning and budgeting

Education

NVQ Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Location: West Kirby Grammar School, Graham Rd, West Kirby, Wirral CH48 5DP Salary: £13.90 per hour Hours: 35 Working Pattern: Monday to Friday,
7.30am to
2.30pm

As a Chef for Sodexo at West Kirby Grammar School, you'll be at the heart of the school, overseeing food and beverage operations, managing budgets, and ensuring every meal is top-tier.

Your leadership will inspire your team daily, creating a dynamic and productive work environment.

Best of all?

No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater.

You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee the replenishment of food and ensure work areas are cleaned and maintained to a high standard
• Develop, mentor, and train kitchen staff to foster an inspiring team culture
• Manage and optimise all aspects of the catering operation, including labour, food, and stock costs
• Maintain consistency in food quality and service standards for staff, visitors, and students
• Lead menu creation and development to keep offerings fresh and exciting
• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations

What You'll Bring:

• Essential: Experience cooking on a large scale (100-1300 students)
• Experience following recipes in a professional kitchen
• Prior staff supervision or line management experience
• Strong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparation
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to enforce them
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen environment
• Positive leadership, professionalism, and a passion for food
• Hold basic food handling certifications, including: NVQ Level 2 Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
• At least one year of hands-on cooking experience (Training in Food Hygiene and Health & Safety provided)

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Full training and protective uniform provided
• No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!
• Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support
• Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits
• Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships
• Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities

At Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong.

This isn't just a job, it's a chance to be part of something bigger.

Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children.

All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.

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