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Sous chef

Job details
Posting date: 15 July 2025
Salary: £13.00 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 25 July 2025
Location: Wokingham, Berkshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Sodexo
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: SDX/TP/1663810/145258

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Summary

Full time
7 Month Fixed Term Contract
40 hours per week
Monday to Friday
07:00am - 3:30pm
£13.00 per hour
Opportunities for career development
Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package
28 Days Holiday increasing to 33 days with service (Including bank Holidays)
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Sous Chef

Wokingham - Full time- 7 Month Fixed Term Contract

A recipe for success; Serve incredible food, enjoy incredible perks.

At Sodexo, you'll belong in a team and thrive in service. We know that our talented chefs are the key to delivering exceptional service and tasteful experiences for our clients, customers, and employees.

Build a name with big-brand businesses and corporate clients, delivering high-quality nutritious meals for boardroom lunches, executive events, and daily workplace dining. This role calls for a chef who can blend maintaining excellent standards, while working efficiently in a fast-paced, trend-setting, client-focused environment.

What you'll do:

Assist the Head Chef:

Work closely with the head chef to manage daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and inventory management.

Supervising and Training:

Supervise kitchen staff, ensuring smooth workflow and high-quality food production. Also train junior chefs

Ensuring Quality and Hygiene:

Responsible for maintaining food quality, consistency, and adherence to hygiene standards.

Inventory Management:

Monitor inventory, manage supplies, and ensure proper storage of ingredients to prevent waste and maintain cost efficiency.

Menu Development:

Contribute to menu development, offering creative input and ensuring a diverse and appealing selection.

Kitchen Operations:

Oversee various aspects of kitchen operations, such as food preparation, cooking, and presentation, ensuring all dishes meet the established standards.

Deputising in Head Chef's Absence:

Step in to manage the kitchen in the head chef's absence, ensuring operations continue smoothly.

What you'll bring:

Culinary Expertise:

A strong culinary background, with expertise in various cooking techniques, menu development, and food preparation.

Leadership and Management:

Strong leadership and management skills to effectively supervise and motivate kitchen staff.

Problem-Solving:

Ability to handle challenging situations in the kitchen, such as equipment malfunctions or unexpected staff shortages.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effective teamwork and communication with other staff members.

Food Safety and Hygiene:

Thorough understanding of food safety regulations and hygiene standards.

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