Assistant Chef

Job Introduction

Leicester Grammar School is a leading independent co-educational day school located in Great Glen, Leicestershire, LE8 9FL. Known for its strong academic record, the school offers a well-rounded education to students, fostering excellence in academics, sports, and the arts. With state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant community, Leicester Grammar School is dedicated to providing a supportive and inspiring environment for both students and staff. The school places a strong emphasis on nurturing individual talents and maintaining high standards in all areas of school life.

The Role

As Assistant Chef you will help prepare and present high-quality meals while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and customer service. You will be responsible for ensuring that food preparation, storage, and service meet company standards, managing kitchen cleanliness, and supporting the team in delivering an efficient service.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You Do

• Comply with all legal and safety requirements in the kitchen.
• Assist with food preparation and presentation to company standards, ensuring high-quality cooking and service.
• Store deliveries properly, maintain stock rotation, and follow delivery procedures.
• Direct staff to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
• Keep work areas clean and organized, especially at the end of the day.
• Serve customers promptly and maintain good customer service.
• Replenish food and equipment, ensuring freshness, flavor, and presentation.
• Complete necessary administrative tasks, including food temperatures, cleaning, and stock takes.
• Follow guidelines for special dietary needs, allergens, and food safety.
• Promote teamwork and report any issues to management.
• Participate in training, comply with policies, and assist in staff development.
• Support school events, including evening and weekend functions.
• Help with setup and clean up for events and handle emergency tasks as needed.
  
  

What You Bring

• Must have expertise on cooking on a large scale preparing about 1000 meals a day.
• Have experience following recipes, possibly in school catering.
• Have previous staff supervision experience or line management experience.
• Have experience working with fresh produce and ingredients.
• Be aware of the importance of adhering to health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines in a busy Kitchen environment.
• Be professional, leading by example and having a positive outlook is key.
• Hold basic food handling skills certification:
• NVQ Level 2
• Level 2 Food safety Certificate
• A minimum of 1 years of experience in hands on cooking, training on Food Hygiene, and Health & Safety will be given.
  

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.
• 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 free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.
  
  

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

• Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)**
• Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of application
  
  

Package Description

“A role where you can bring your passion for food”

• £12.20 per hour
• 37.5 hours per week
• Working pattern: Monday to Friday (7am - 3pm)
• Term Time Only
  
  

**Equated pay (sometimes known as spread-over pay) is a method of paying you for your contracted hours, working weeks and holiday pay spread over 12 months instead of just receiving pay during the months that you work and none during the school closures/non-working weeks. This means that you get paid equal amounts of pay every month. Further information will be supplied at interview stage.**

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About The Company

About 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.