Job Introduction
Hospitality Chef - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!
Location: Wellington College, Duke's Ride, Berkshire, Crowthorne RG45 7PU
Salary: £14.81 per hour
Hours: 40 hours a week
Working Pattern: 5 out of 7 days
We welcome applications from candidates seeking either full-time (52 weeks) or Term-Time only (35 weeks) working arrangements.
Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a Hospitality Chef for Sodexo at Wellington College, you'll be at the heart of the school, overseeing food and beverage operations, managing budgets, and ensuring every meal is top-tier. Your leadership will inspire your team daily, creating a dynamic and productive work environment. Best of all? No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!
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’ll Do:
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Oversee the replenishment of food and ensure work areas are cleaned and maintained to a high standard
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Develop, mentor, and train kitchen staff to foster an inspiring team culture
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Manage and optimise all aspects of the catering operation, including labour, food, and stock costs
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Maintain consistency in food quality and service standards for staff, visitors, and students
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Lead menu creation and development to keep offerings fresh and exciting
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Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
What You Bring:
Essential:
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Experience cooking on a large scale (100–1300 students)
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Experience following recipes in a professional kitchen
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Prior staff supervision or line management experience
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Strong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparation
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Understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to enforce them
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Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen environment
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Positive leadership, professionalism, and a passion for food
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Hold basic food handling certifications, including:
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NVQ Level 2
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Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
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At least one year of hands-on cooking experience (Training in Food Hygiene and Health & Safety provided)
What We Offer:
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A dynamic and supportive work environment
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Competitive salary and benefits
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Full training and protective uniform provided
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No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!
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Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support
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Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support
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Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits
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Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships
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Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities
At Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. If you’re ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and help us create a brighter future!
Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.
