Head Chef

Sodexo; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Discounts for you and your family

Financial wellbeing tools and pensions

Cycle to Work scheme

Paid Volunteering Day

Job summary

Sodexo in Aldershot is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead a dedicated catering team, delivering top-quality meals and outstanding service daily. You will set standards, mentor your staff, and work with the Catering Manager to ensure smooth kitchen operations and exceptional dining experiences for customers.

The role requires a professional cookery qualification, strong leadership, and a thorough knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP and COSHH.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Head Chef in a busy catering environment.
• A recognised professional cookery qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 (or equivalent).
• Good understanding of food hygiene, health & safety and COSHH with relevant certifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team, creating a high-performing environment.
• Prepare, cook and serve high-quality meals with excellent presentation and consistency.
• Plan and cost menus, manage food budgets, oversee stock control and ordering.
• Ensure kitchen safety, HACCP standards, COSHH and health & safety compliance.
• Manage kitchen operations including staff rotas, equipment and training.
• Collaborate with Catering Manager to deliver exceptional service and continually raise standards.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food hygiene

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2

Job description

40 hours per week

5 days out of 7

£15.58 per hour

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Are you a passionate Head Chef looking for your next opportunity? Join Sodexo in Aldershot and lead a dedicated catering team, delivering high-quality food and exceptional service every day. You'll play a key role in maintaining the highest culinary standards, developing your team, and creating a positive dining experience for our customers.

What you'll do:

• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team, creating a positive and high-performing working environment.
• Prepare, cook and serve high-quality meals, ensuring excellent presentation and consistency.
• Plan and cost menus, manage food budgets, and oversee stock control and ordering.
• Ensure the kitchen operates safely and efficiently, maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, HACCP, COSHH and Health & Safety compliance.
• Manage kitchen operations, including staff rotas, equipment, and training, to ensure smooth day-to-day service.
• Work closely with the Catering Manager to deliver an exceptional catering service, continuously improve standards, and meet customer expectations.

What you bring:

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or in a similar leadership role within a busy catering or hospitality environment.
• A recognised professional cookery qualification, such as City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 (or equivalent).
• A good understanding of food hygiene, health & safety, and COSHH regulations, with relevant certifications desirable.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something greater. You'll be valued for who you are, have the chance to make a positive impact through your everyday work, and be supported to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme offering personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP and lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you and your family
• Financial wellbeing tools and retirement plans
• Cycle to Work scheme and Paid Volunteering Day

Join Sodexo as a Head Chef and play a key role in delivering exceptional catering services through high-quality food, strong leadership, and outstanding standards!