Live in Chef

Sodexo France; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global services company is seeking a Live in Chef to join their team at a prestigious school in Scotland. The role involves preparing food while ensuring safety and hygiene standards. Applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2 and have relevant certificates. The job offers competitive pay and a range of employee benefits while providing opportunities for professional growth. Join this esteemed organization and contribute to a positive culinary experience.

Benefits

Unlimited access to mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to health and wellbeing app

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• Must hold NVQ Level 2.
• Certificates in Food, Hygiene, and Health & Safety are required.
• Good interpersonal skills and a calm nature are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food with attention to dietary requirements.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and comply with food safety.
• Assist with preparation, service, and clearing at events.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Enthusiastic nature

Self-motivated

Positive attitude

Conscientious

Education

NVQ Level 2

Certificates for Food, Hygiene, and Health & Safety

Job description

Live in Chef

Strathallan School, Forgandenny, Perth, PH2 9EG

• Live in Accommodation
• Salary £13.27 per hour (£27,600 ( Accommodation included – package value approx. £35,600)
• 40 hours per week
• 5 days out of 7
• 28 days annual leave
• Free Parking
• Free meals whilst on site
• Uniform and Safety shoes provided
• School Closed over Christmas
• DUE TO THE LOCATION OF THE SCHOOL, OWN TRANSPORT IS ESSENTIAL

Job Introduction

We are searching for someone who can tick off all four boxes to come and join our team here at Sodexo at one of the most prestigious schools in Scotland - Strathallan School in Perthshire as a Live in Chef. Our chefs at Sodexo are talented, motivated, ambitious, and creative. You will assist in the preparation of food to ensure the prompt and efficient delivery of service to the company and client’s standards whilst maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the unit to comply with company procedures. This is an opportunity to positively influence people daily, supporting the growth of your team and advancing your own career with a leading global services company! 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:

• Ensure all food is prepared & served with due care and attention, particularly in regards to special dietary requirements, allergens and shelf life.
• Promote a friendly working relationship with colleagues.
• Undertake training as required and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Complete any administration as requested including food temperatures, cleaning schedules, delivery temperatures, stock takes, etc.
• Ensure the kitchen is maintained in a clean, organised manner and all food safety and health and safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Work at school events, as required, with occasional evening and weekend work.
• Assist with preparation, service and clearing of function catering as required.

What you bring:

• NVQ Level 2
• Certificates for Food, Hygiene, and Health & Safety
• Good interpersonal skills – calm nature
• Enthusiastic – display a natural and sustained enthusiasm and energy
• Self-motivated – needs no encouragement to make things happen
• Strong but flexible – always prepared to listen and consider the views of others
• Positive – focus on what CAN be done
• Personal appearance – recognise the importance that appearance has on the attitudes of others and maintains a high level of good personal hygiene.
• Responsible – Conscious of the consequences of action or inaction
• Conscientious – demonstrates a commitment to get things done or of before agreed deadline

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, 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 receive a high number of applications.