Senior Sous Chef

Sodexo; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

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At Sodexo, we’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating meaningful experiences for our clients, customers, and employees. We are currently seeking a dedicated and dynamic Senior Sous Chef to join our team and play a key role in driving excellence and innovation in Slough.

About the Role

1. Motivate and lead catering employees to perform their roles to a high standard and in alignment to Sodexo policies and procedures.
2. Manage the quality and hygiene of the food cycle from preparation through to delivery.
3. Ensure financial documentation and accountancy of the unit (and those from suppliers) is accurate and within agreed budgeted levels.
4. Maintain levels of stock to the agreed establishment targets.
5. Ensure that all equipment used is in safe working order, checked regularly and serviced. Report any faults to management/client, ensure they are rectified and ensure equipment is not used until safe.

What We’re Looking For

1. Proven experience in managing and leading a kitchen.
2. A proactive and solution-focused mindset.
3. An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
4. Industry acumen and knowledge of external catering developments & innovations.
5. City & Guilds 7061 & 7062 qualification or similar.
6. Strong financial understanding and demonstrable budgeting management.
7. IT literacy.

What We Offer

1. A competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Opportunities for professional growth and development.
3. A supportive and inclusive work environment.
4. The chance to make a difference in client satisfaction, sustainability, or operational excellence.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in 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. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

1. Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
2. An Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work-related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
3. Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service.
4. The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).
5. Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan.
6. Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
7. Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today and start your journey with Sodexo!

Package Description

Senior Sous Chef
Monday to Friday
40 hours per week
Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits

About The Company

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 the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.