Commis Chef

Sodexo; Falmer; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food and facilities management company is seeking dedicated individuals for a catering support role in Falmer, United Kingdom. This position involves assisting the Head Chef and ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and hygiene during matchdays and special events. Ideal candidates will have a passion for quality food and experience in a high-volume kitchen. Flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends, are available. Join a team that values its members and creates memorable experiences for guests.

Benefits

£12.71 Per hour

Flexible working

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in the catering sector and a solid foundation in food preparation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in delivering required standards of food and kitchen operation.
• Ensure that Personal and Food Hygiene, Health and Safety Standards are adhered to.
• Maintain control and clarity in a high-pressure environment during peak service.
• Manage multiple kitchen operations and ensure smooth service delivery.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Culinary expertise

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Organisation

Job description

Overview

Join Sodexo Live! for the 2026 Football Season. This opportunity offers work on matchdays and non-matchdays in a fast and innovative catering facility. We are looking for outstanding, customer-focused individuals to join a world-leading food and facilities management company with opportunities for career progression. Ideally, you will have experience in the sector and a solid foundation in food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in delivering required standards of food and kitchen operation.
• Support and assist any kitchen section to the required standards set by management.
• Ensure that company Personal and Food Hygiene, Health and Safety Standards, policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Ensure food is hot, fresh and ready for service at the correct time.
• Calm under pressure: maintain control and clarity in a high-pressure environment, especially during peak service.
• Organisation & efficiency: manage multiple kitchen operations, ensure smooth service delivery, and maintain consistent standards.
• Culinary expertise: strong background in high-volume, quality food preparation with a passion for fresh, innovative dishes.
• Attention to detail: deliver food presentation, hygiene, and safety to the highest standards.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Experience in the sector and a good foundation and knowledge of food preparation is advantageous.

Benefits

• £12.71 Per hour
• Flexible working
• Match Days and Non-Match Days (C&E Events) which includes evening & weekend shifts

We’re Experience Makers. At Sodexo Live! we build careers where everyday is something special. You belong to a team that feels like family and has a shared purpose to create memorable moments for guests.