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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 Executive Head Chef to join our team in London N1C 4AG and play a key role in driving excellence and innovation.
About the Role
Ensure timely and efficient meal and catering services in line with KPI standards and Modern Recipe guidelines while being the face of food service, managing both front and back of house.
Maintain compliance with Sodexo's accountancy and administrative procedures, completing all documentation accurately and on time while managing costs within budget using Sodexo's dedicated systems.
Ensure all methods of food preparation, production, and presentation meet Sodexo standards, sourcing from nominated suppliers and adhering to the Quality Management System through routine audits.
Comply with Health & Safety, hygiene, and COSHH regulations, maintaining equipment safety, reporting faults, and ensuring all assets and premises are secure.
Recruit, train, and motivate staff to foster positive relations, conduct regular team briefings, and support new Sodexo initiatives while attending necessary meetings and training sessions.
What We’re Looking For
Experience in P&L reporting, meeting company targets, and maintaining strong unit audit scores while delivering services aligned with contract SLAs and health and safety regulations.
Demonstrate experience in service development and continuous improvement with clear planning, communication, and adherence to internal compliance standards.
Fostering positive client relationships and satisfaction, supporting effective recruitment and staff retention practices, and maintaining low staff turnover rates.
Exhibit key skills such as proactive problem-solving, excellent communication, resilience, teamwork, interpersonal skills, and a hands-on, can-do attitude.
Demonstrate leadership in managing kitchen teams, financial acumen for budgeting, innovation in catering practices, compliance expertise, and customer-focused service delivery.
What We Offer
A competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
A supportive and inclusive work environment.
The chance to make a difference
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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.
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.
Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).
Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan
Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
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!
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Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
Package DescriptionExecutive Head Chef
Monday - Friday
40 hours per week
Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
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.
