Regional Fine-Dining Chef: Multi-Site Events Leader

Sodexo; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global service provider is seeking a Regional Chef for a 6-month FTC contract to oversee culinary operations across various venues in Northern England. The role demands strong experience in fine dining and high-volume events along with exceptional leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing food delivery, ensuring safety standards, and innovating menus. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000, ample benefits, and potential for career growth.

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing app

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Retirement Plan

Death-in-Service benefit

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Proven success in high-volume events or large-scale banqueting.
• Strong fine dining background with creativity and passion for food.
• Exceptional organization and planning ability.
• Skilled in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email).
• Demonstrable leadership experience across multi-outlet operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on culinary support across multiple venues.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality food delivery.
• Uphold exceptional food safety and health standards.
• Contribute to innovation in event menus.
• Lead and develop culinary teams for effective performance.
• Manage ordering and waste control processes.

Skills

High-volume events experience

Fine dining background

Client presentation skills

Food cost control

Organizational skills

Basic Food Hygiene qualification

MS Office skills

Leadership experience

Flexibility to travel

Education

Level 3 Supervising Food Safety or similar

Job description

A leading global service provider is seeking a Regional Chef for a 6-month FTC contract to oversee culinary operations across various venues in Northern England. The role demands strong experience in fine dining and high-volume events along with exceptional leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing food delivery, ensuring safety standards, and innovating menus. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000, ample benefits, and potential for career growth.