Evening Chef - Part Time

Job Introduction

We are looking for a skilled Cook to work in the one of our Cork sites. The Ideal candidate will have a passion for food, excellent organisational skills; the ability to prioritise their workload and have the ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

You will be responsible for preparing meals according to a menu for our evening shift. Knowledge of  HACCP and previous experience in retail or hospitality an advantage.

You will be working as part of a team but you will at times be expected to work independently and under your own initiative.

Role Responsibility

• To ensure that the preparation, presentation and services of food is carried out promptly and to the agreed company standards and to promote a friendly and helpful atmosphere;
• To maintain a high standard of food hygiene, safety and cleanliness in accordance with the company and client policies and statutory requirements;
• To present food in line with company policy ensuring its customer appeal at all times;
• To adhere to all aspects of health and safety legislation, food safety legislation (HACCP) and company policy ensuring your own safety and the safety of colleagues and customers;
• To comply  with Statutory and Company Hygiene Regulations in handling and storage of food and beverages.
• To ensure security of all food/beverage stocks within the food production area;
• To serve the customers to the Company’s standard, to promote a friendly and welcoming atmosphere and to utilise selling techniques to benefit both the company and the client
• To carry out cashier duties when required
• To present a strong Sodexo image at all times ensuring full uniform is worn, clean and pressed;
• .To ensure tables and condiments are kept clean at all times and that condiments are well stocked
• To assist in setting and replenishing the food service counters and vending machines as and when required

•  To undertake all necessary cleaning to the Company’s standard, according to the cleaning rota, or as directed.  This includes the following: -walls (up to 6 feet), floors, fixtures & fittings, equipment, pots, pans, cutlery, crockery, glassware etc..
• To ensure a high standard of personal hygiene, cleanliness and neatness ensuring full Sodexho uniform is worn at all times. 
• To receive any training that is necessary to maintain and improve the standards of the establishment
• To carry out any reasonable request by the unit manager, client account manager, district supervisor or client.

The Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate

• Working knowledge of HACCP and food regulations is a must. Self discipline and willingness to learn and progress with a ‘can do’ attitude. Able to monitor other members work under the guidance of the catering lead and head Chef
• Capability to work unsupervised and take responsibility
• A third level culinary qualification with be an advantage.

Package Description

Evening Chef

Monday to Friday

20 hours per week

Training will be given

Applications to:  Leanne.Mccarthy@sodexo.com

About the Company

Sodexo UK & Ireland employs around 43,000 people and delivers On-Site Service Solutions to clients at over 2,300 locations including offices, hospitals, schools, defence sites, prisons, sporting events and visitor attractions.

At Sodexo we are committed to a leading role in promoting equality opportunities and valuing diversity and inclusion. We seek to create a work environment based on mutual respect for all individuals, building a culture that appreciates and values the experiences and skills brought by each person to benefit our organisation and work hard to ensure that all people, whatever their age, disability, gender, transgender, marital or family status, race or ethnicity, religious belief of sexual orientation are welcome to and included within our business.