Sous Chef

Sodexo; Larkhill; A distancia; GBP 30.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

On-the-job training with experienced-

Fully funded apprenticeship

Career development opportunities

Friendly and supportive work culture

Wellbeing resources and virtual GP

Financial benefits and death-in‑servce

Career growth and development

Cycle to Work Scheme and flexible work

Descripción de la vacante

Sodexo at Larkhill Garrison, Wiltshire, SP4 8QT is seeking a Sous Chef to lead and develop a kitchen team, delivering high-quality meals for personnel. You will manage production, stock, and service flow while upholding safety and hygiene standards.

The role requires experience in menu planning, bulk cooking, and a proactive, team-focused attitude. On-the-job training and apprenticeship opportunities are offered in a supportive Sodexo environment.

Formación

• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent kitchen experience.
• Experience in menu planning and bulk cooking.
• Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills; team-oriented.

Responsabilidades

• Take charge of the kitchen in the absence of senior colleagues, offering guidance and support to the production team.
• Supervise the preparation and duties of commis chefs, chef de parties, and other kitchen staff, ensuring smooth operations.
• Assist in ordering, preparation, stock control, service running, and clean-down duties.
• Maintain strict adherence to Environmental Health Officer (EHO) guidelines and systems to ensure a safe and efficient kitchen environment.
• Maximise the use of existing stock and demonstrate culinary innovation when needed.
• Collaborate with the Front of House (FOH) team to ensure a seamless and excellent service experience.
• Work alongside your kitchen team on the range, training, guiding, and developing talent.
• Oversee sanitation practices, ensuring all employees follow hygiene standards and regulations.
• Prepare, produce, and present food to the highest culinary standards, consistently exceeding expectations.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Menu planning

Bulk cooking

Basic IT skills

Educación

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

• 40 hours per week


• 5 out of 7 per week


• Monday to Friday - Early - 05:30 - 14:00, Late - 10:00 - 18:30 & Saturday & Sunday - 09:00 - 17:30


• £14.61 per hour


• Free Car parking

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Job Description:

Join Our Team as a Sous Chef / Second Chef with Sodexo atLarkhill Garrison, Larkhill, Wiltshire, SP4 8QT

At Sodexo, we take pride in delivering exceptional culinary experiences for our armed forces personnel, ensuring they enjoy high-quality meals. As a Sous Chef, you’ll lead a dedicated team, share your expertise, and ensure food and beverage excellence.

What you’ll do:

• Take charge of the kitchen in the absence of senior colleagues, offering guidance and support to the production team.


• Supervise the preparation and duties of commis chefs, chef de parties, and other kitchen staff, ensuring smooth operations.


• Assist in ordering, preparation, stock control, service running, and clean-down duties.


• Maintain strict adherence to Environmental Health Officer (EHO) guidelines and systems to ensure a safe and efficient kitchen environment.


• Maximise the use of existing stock and demonstrate culinary innovation when needed.


• Collaborate with the Front of House (FOH) team to ensure a seamless and excellent service experience.


• Work alongside your kitchen team on the range, training, guiding, and developing talent.


• Oversee sanitation practices, ensuring all employees follow hygiene standards and regulations.


• Prepare, produce, and present food to the highest culinary standards, consistently exceeding expectations.

What you bring:

• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent experience in a busy kitchen environment.


• Basic IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.


• Experience in menu planning and production.


• Exposure to bulk cooking and large-scale meal preparation.


• A strong desire to learn and develop new culinary skills.


• A positive, approachable, and team-oriented attitude.


• Even if you haven't held the title of 'Sous Chef' but have relevant experience, we’d love to hear from you!

What we offer:

• On-the-job training with experienced professionals


• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications


• Career development opportunities within Sodexo


• A friendly and supportive work environment


• Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.


• Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.


• Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.


• Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications