Part-Time Chef: Elevate Boardroom Dining & Team Service

Sodexo Ltd; Kentucky; On-site; USD 2,236,000 - 3,354,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing platform

Employee Assistance Programme

24h virtual GP

Sodexo Discounts

Pension Plan

Learning & development tools

Bike to Work

Enhanced benefits and leave

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd. in Dalston, Carlisle is seeking a part-time chef to deliver high-quality meals across boardroom lunches, executive events and daily workplace dining. You will blend maintaining standards with speed in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

The role requires NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, kitchen experience, stock control skills and a commitment to food safety. You will support the catering team and contribute to cost targets while maintaining presentation and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Cook or Chef in a busy catering environment.
• Experience supporting or overseeing a catering service and working with a team.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, food safety and Health & Safety requirements.
• Experience with stock control, ordering and managing food costs.
• Ability to prepare and cook food confidently while sustaining quality and presentation.
• Good organisational skills to plan workload and priorities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work on your own initiative.
• Calm, organised and positive during busy service periods.
• Willingness to learn and complete required training.
• Experience supporting or training other team members would be beneficial.
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification would be advantageous but isn’t essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve high-quality meals, ensuring presentation meets high standards.
• Manage the smooth running of the catering service during shifts and meet service standards.
• Provide friendly, professional service to create a great customer experience.
• Plan and organise food preparation and service to ensure on-time delivery.
• Assist with stock ordering and maintain appropriate levels.
• Effectively manage stock rotation and control portion sizes to reduce waste.
• Support food cost and margin targets while maintaining quality.
• Keep kitchen areas clean, organised and compliant with safety rules.
• Follow all food hygiene, Health & Safety and fire safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate safety records and assist audits.
• Ensure allergen and food safety requirements are followed.
• Guide catering colleagues during shifts to deliver high service standards.
• Respond to customer feedback and seek service improvements.
• Use company systems and Microsoft Office for records and admin.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and appearance.
• Support other catering areas and undertake training to develop skills.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 Chef qualification

Chef/Cook experience

Stock control

Teamwork

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Training others

Education

NVQ Level 2 Chef qualification or equivalent

IOSH Managing Safely (advantageous)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sodexo Ltd. in Dalston, Carlisle is seeking a part-time chef to deliver high-quality meals across boardroom lunches, executive events and daily workplace dining. You will blend maintaining standards with speed in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

The role requires NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, kitchen experience, stock control skills and a commitment to food safety. You will support the catering team and contribute to cost targets while maintaining presentation and service excellence.