40hours per week£41,000 per annum52weeksAre you a skilled and experienced chef with a strong background in high-volume catering? We’re looking for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at Churcher’s College in Petersfield, part of the Independents by Sodexo family. This role is fast-paced and demanding, requiring the ability to deliver circa 1200 high-quality mealswhile maintaining exceptional standards.As Head Chef, you’ll be at the heart of our bustling kitchen, ensuring efficient operations, top-tier food quality, and a motivated team. From menu planning to staff training, hygiene compliance to food presentation, your leadership will be key in delivering a seamless and excellent catering service. You'll also have opportunities to support exciting functions and events alongside the Catering Manager.If you thrive in a high-volume environment, have a passion for fresh, innovative food, and are ready to lead a dedicated team, we want to hear from you! Bring your expertise and energy to Churcher’s College, where you’ll play a vital role in delivering outstanding dining experiences.Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. This role will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.What you’ll do:To take all necessary steps to ensure maximum security of the kitchen, store, office, and any other areas under Sodexo control.To ensure end of day services and cleaning down of all kitchen areas are completed and recorded correctly.To work alongside the Catering Manager to monitor the performance of staff and provide training and coaching as necessary.To ensure all food preparation is completed with due care and attention and all Sodexo allergen processes are adhered to with regards to special dietary requirements.To work alongside the Catering Manager to control and monitor the food costs as laid down in the budget.To carry out any reasonable request by management.To manage the team and operation in the absence of the Catering Manager as required.For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job descriptionWhat you bring:Experienced senior chef who has led and operated in a busy, client facing environment.Direct leadership experience of chef/kitchen team.Ownership and accountability of the role and that of their team.Computer literateAbility to work efficiently and competently in a busy environment.Excellent time management and organisational skillsAble to demonstrate positive attitude to self-development, willingness to learn in the role and identify own training needs.High level of self-motivation and recognition of a flexible approach to the role.706/2 or NVQ chef qualifications, or equivalentStrong leadership skills to motivate, communicate and all elements to lead a team.Strong ability to undertake all appropriate training to further both skill and knowledge within the role held.What we offer: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 offer:Flexible and dynamic work environmentCompetitive compensationAccess to ongoing training and development programsCountless opportunities to grow within the companyWe’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.
