Commis Chef

Sodexo Group; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

Employee assistance programme

Health & wellbeing app access

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Retirement plan

Death in service

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Commis Chef at Shrewsbury School to join a busy catering team serving around 2,200 pupils and staff. You’ll help deliver fresh, well-presented meals in a dynamic school kitchen and learn in a supportive environment.

The role suits food enthusiasts eager to grow skills, with 40 hours per week over 5 days; weekend pattern and early shifts included. Training and development are provided within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery or equivalent is desirable.
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Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food as directed by the Chef team to high quality standards.
• Support timely preparation and service of meals.
• Serve pupils, staff and customers in a friendly, professional manner.
• Replenish food and equipment to maintain smooth service.
• Follow food safety and hygiene procedures at all times.
• Assist with catering for school events and functions.
• Keep kitchen and service areas clean and organised.
• Report any safety concerns to Head Chef or Manager.
• Participate in training and follow Sodexo policies.
• Support other local Sodexo sites if needed.
• Be flexible and accommodate reasonable requests from management.

Skills

Food passion

Customer service

Team player

Communication

Organised

Flexible attitude

Calm under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery

Apprenticeship opportunities

Job description

Commis Chef - Be Part of Something Greater!

Location: Shrewsbury School, Ashton Rd, Shrewsbury SY3 7BA

Salary: £12.81 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week, Weekend on weekend off
Working Pattern: 5 days over 7 (6:30am–3:00pm or 11:30am–8:00pm)

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Are you ready to grow your career in a truly inspiring environment?

At Sodexo, we believe great food has the power to bring people together. As a Commis Chef at Shrewsbury School, you’ll be part of a talented catering team delivering high-quality food and exceptional service to a vibrant school community of pupils and staff.

Shrewsbury School is a leading independent school for pupils aged 13–18, with a busy catering operation serving around 2,200 pupils and staff, three meals a day, seven days a week.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, enjoys working as part of a team and wants to develop their culinary skills in a professional and supportive environment.

Whether you're an experienced Commis Chef looking to take your next step or you're starting your culinary career, we’ll give you the support and training you need to succeed.

What You’ll Do:

Working alongside our experienced craft team, you’ll help deliver fresh, nutritious and well-presented food to a consistently high standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and presenting food as directed by the Chef team, ensuring excellent quality, flavour and presentation.
• Supporting the smooth and timely preparation and service of meals.
• Serving pupils, staff and customers in a friendly, professional and efficient manner.
• Replenishing food and equipment throughout service to maintain a seamless operation.
• Following food safety, hygiene, allergen, COSHH, fire and health & safety procedures at all times.
• Supporting catering for school events and functions, including set-up, service, clearing and cleaning.
• Working with colleagues to maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen and service environment.
• Reporting any food safety concerns, accidents, near misses, damage or other issues promptly to the Head Chef or Manager.
• Taking part in training and following Sodexo policies, procedures and safe systems of work.
• Supporting other local Sodexo sites in an emergency where required.
• Being flexible and carrying out reasonable requests from management to help the team deliver an excellent service.

What You Bring:

• A passion for food and delivering excellent customer service.
• A positive, enthusiastic and proactive approach to work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy kitchen environment.
• A flexible attitude and willingness to support across different areas when needed.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene.
• A calm and professional approach under pressure.
• NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery or equivalent is desirable, although full training and apprenticeship opportunities can be provided.
• A good sense of humour and a willingness to contribute to a supportive and friendly team culture.

What We Offer:

• Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to 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.
• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice and support with work-related or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24-hour virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
• A death in service benefit for colleagues who pass away while employed by Sodexo.
• Opportunities for growth and success throughout your career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues contribute to the environment while keeping fit.
• Volunteering opportunities to enable all colleagues to support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• A flexible and dynamic work environment.
• Competitive compensation.
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

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