Junior Chef de Partie

Chef - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!

Location

Kings College , South Rd., Taunton TA13LA

Salary

£13.43 per hour

Hours

40 hours per week

Working Pattern

5 days over 7 (44 weeks Permanent contract)

Free onsite parking

Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a Chef for Sodexo, 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.

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

• Assist in the preparation, production, presentation and service of all meals ensure they are served at the correct times, within the company’s standards and to the agreed specification of the contract.
• Oversee the replenishment of food and ensure work areas are cleaned and maintained to a high standard.
• Drive the delivery of the meals to the pupils by enhancing the pupil experience to meet both client and company expectations whilst maintaining strict budgetary control in line with client and Sodexo expectations.
• 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
• 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
• Ensure that the control of raw materials and portions are to the company’s standards and to ensure food is served at the correct temperature
• Assist the head chef when required in planning menus and orders
• Assist at any special ad-hoc functions, some of which may occur outside working hours.

What You Bring

Essential

• 1 - 2 years Chef de Partie experience
• Commis Chef that is looking for a new challenge will be considered.
• Strong level of literacy and numeracy
• Enhanced DBS Clearance and Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate
• Previous catering experience and a Great Passion for Food and Team Engagement
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients, and staff at all levels
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Computer literacy
• Ability to achieve and set standards and operate to performance criteria, with particular regard to hygiene
• Positive approach to learning in role and identifying own training needs as appropriate
• Self-motivated, sense of own initiative and the ability to meet target deadlines as set by the Account Manager
• Ability to work effectively as part of and in the development of a team with a flexible approach to role and to successfully implement change

Desirable

• 706/3 or NVQ3 chef hospitality qualification, or equivalent
• Previous experience of catering management and employee engagement
• Experience of managing and developing a team in an educational establishment
• Experience of managing budgets

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.