Commis Chef

Sodexo; Epsom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Free meals, hot drinks and gym

Uniform provided

Career development & apprenticeships

Sodexo employee benefits package

Job summary

Sodexo, at our flagship client site in Epsom, is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join the culinary team. You will help prepare and deliver high-quality food for a busy operation serving 200-400 covers.

You'll work alongside the Senior Sous Chef to maintain top standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene, while delivering friendly, efficient service and supporting events as required.

Qualifications

• Some experience working in a professional kitchen or food service environment
• A good understanding of food safety and hygiene
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required due to the site's location and limited public transport

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing a variety of fresh, high-quality food
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods
• Help keep hot and cold counters fully stocked
• Serve customers and provide excellent customer service
• Assist with hospitality services when required
• Support special events and functions
• Maintain high standards of food presentation
• Keep food preparation and kitchen areas clean and organised
• Assist with stock takes and stock rotation
• Help minimise food waste
• Report damaged equipment, safety concerns or food quality issues
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures
• Complete required online training and attend team meetings
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver a world-class dining experience
• Support with any reasonable additional duties when required

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Computer-based training

Education

Culinary training

Job description

• £14 per hour
• 35 hours per week
• Monday to Friday | 07:30am-3:00pm
• Free onsite parking
• Free meals, hot drinks and gym
• Increased holiday allowance with service
• Uniform provided
• Opportunities for career development and apprenticeships
• Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package

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At Sodexo, you'll belong in a team where great food, creativity and exceptional service come together. We're looking for a passionate Commis Chef to join our culinary team at our flagship client site in Epsom.

Working alongside the Senior Sous Chef and Food Development Lead, you'll support the preparation and delivery of high-quality food and help create an exceptional dining experience for our customers. You'll be part of a busy culinary operation serving approximately 200-400 covers, so you'll be comfortable working at pace while maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.

What you'll do

• Assist with preparing a variety of fresh, high-quality food
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods
• Help keep hot and cold counters fully stocked
• Serve customers and provide excellent customer service
• Assist with hospitality services when required
• Support special events and functions
• Maintain high standards of food presentation
• Keep food preparation and kitchen areas clean and organised
• Assist with pot wash, plate wash, fridges, floors and servery areas
• Support with stock takes and stock rotation
• Help minimise food waste
• Report damaged equipment, safety concerns or food quality issues
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures
• Complete required online training and attend team meetings
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver a world-class dining experience
• Support with any reasonable additional duties when required

What you'll bring

• Some experience working in a professional kitchen or food service environment
• A genuine passion for food and delivering high-quality service
• Relevant culinary training or qualifications would be beneficial
• A good understanding of food safety and hygiene
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively
• A proactive and positive approach
• A can-do attitude and willingness to learn and develop
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable using a computer to complete online training
• Comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required due to the site's location and limited public transport

Why Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

Belong in a company and team that values you for you.

Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online wellbeing platform
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a 24-hour Virtual GP Service
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme
• Company pension
• Opportunities for learning and development
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly and leave policies

A little more 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 Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers every day through our unique combination of Food Services, Facilities Management and Workplace Solutions.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and Forces Friendly employer.

Ready to be part of something greater?

Bring your passion for food to a world-class corporate dining environment, develop your culinary skills and become part of a team delivering an exceptional experience for our customers every day.

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