Chef - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!

Location: Shrewsbury School, The Schools, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 7BA

Salary: Competitive
Hours: 40 Hours per week
Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7 (7am-3pm or 12pm-8pm) Weekend on weekend off

Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a Chef De Partie for Sodexo, you'll be a representative for Independents by Sodexo and Shrewsbury school, a leading independent school for pupils 13-18 years. We offer a top-class facility serving approximately 2200 pupils and staff 3 meals a day, 7 days per week.

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:

• Produce, as directed, with all aspects of preparation and presentation of the food at the required times and to the Company’s standard and ensure that appropriate methods of cooking and presentation are used to maintain the highest standards of production and service.

• You'll assist the craft team in delivering the prompt and efficient preparation and service of all meals to the company’ standard and client satisfaction within agreed annual budget.

• You'll work with the manager and head chef to plan menus, order food and oversee the preparation, presentation, service and cleaning of the unit to the company’s and client’s standard whilst maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the unit to comply with company procedures

• Replenish food and equipment to ensure an efficient and seamless service, ensure freshness, flavour and presentation.

• Develop, mentor, and train kitchen staff to foster an inspiring team culture

• Manage and optimise all aspects of the catering operation, including labour, food, and stock costs

• Complete any administration as requested including food temperatures, cleaning schedules, delivery temperatures, stock takes, allergen information.

• Assist in succession planning for the catering craft team, assistants and Kitchen porter

• Raise any issues to the Head Chef and Manager in a timely manner

• Maintain consistency in food quality and service standards for staff, visitors, and students

• Lead menu creation and development to keep offerings fresh and exciting

• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations

What You Bring:

Essential:

• Experience cooking on a large scale

• Experience following recipes in a professional kitchen

• Prior staff supervision or line management experience

• Strong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparation

• Understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to enforce them

• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen environment

• Positive leadership, professionalism, and a passion for food

• Hold basic food handling certifications, including:

  • NVQ Level 2

  • Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

• At least one year of hands-on cooking experience (Training in Food Hygiene and Health & Safety provided)

• Health & Safety IOSH or equivalent – Desirable

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment

• Competitive salary and benefits

• Full training and protective uniform provided

• No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!

• Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support

• Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support

• Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits

• Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships

• 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.