A place where everyone can learn. Thanks to you.
Inspiring growth. Igniting potential.
Enjoy next-generation opportunities, as a Head Chef with Sodexo in Roscrea, Co. Tipperary, E53D X37! For a role that’s a perfect mix of passion, perks and potential. Build a career with real impact.
At Sodexo we thrive in providing quality service, and serving up nourishing catering offers for our school's colleagues and students. Lead our kitchen team in serving incredible nutritious food, and enjoy incredible perks.
As the face of our catering operation, you will be responsible for overseeing all culinary offers and outlets within our the schools setting, ensuring your teams provide high-quality, creative, and balanced meals that align with our brand and exceed our clients' expectations.
What you’ll do:
Cost, develop and implement nutritionally powered and sustainable menus, at the forefront of industry trends
Manage and coach a team of chefs and catering staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment for all
Collaborate with the wider hospitality teams to coordinate special events and functions
Monitor food costs and manage budgets effectively to maximize profitability
Ensure the highest standards of food hygiene and health and safety are maintained and recorded in compliance with national food safety standards
Maintain accurate records of stock, purchases, and wastage levels
What you bring:
Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a school or high-volume setting
Professional cookery or culinary qualifications and relevant professional training
Ability to successfully lead and manage a team
Financial understanding and able to navigate IT systems
Current industry knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment
Commitment to maintaining the highest food safety and hygiene standards
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 also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support
Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
An Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, or support with both work related issues and personal situations
The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals with over 1900 well known retailers ranging from utilities, groceries, entertainment, fashion, travel and more! (also open to friends and family)
Save for your future through our Pension Plan
A life assurance benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
Easily accessible learning and development routes, offering opportunities to grow and succeed throughout your career with Sodexo
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!
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 Garda Vetting.
Change more than just your own future.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
Package DescriptionHEAD CHEF
Shift pattern: Monday to Friday
Working hours: 7:30am to 3:30pm
39 hours per week
€16.50 per hour + Sodexo benefits
Full training and uniform supplied
Free parking onsite
About The CompanyAbout Sodexo
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.
