Commis Chef

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  • Job reference: SDX/TP/1114672/160514
  • Location: Maidenhead
  • Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
  • Salary: £14.40 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
  • Closing date: 25 August 2026
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About the role

Commis Chef

Location: Maidenhead Town Centre
Rate of Pay: £14.40 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm
Start Date: Early to mid-October

About the role

We’re looking for a Commis Chef to join the opening team at a brand-new corporate workplace in Maidenhead (Opening October).

This is a newly built, state-of-the-art and environmentally focused building with a modern food offering and a strong focus on quality.

The role will be predominantly focused on hospitality and lunch service, but flexibility is key. With events, visitors and different hospitality requirements taking place across the site, you’ll have the opportunity to work across a varied range of food preparation and service.

This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who wants to develop their skills in a modern corporate hospitality environment and be part of a new kitchen team from the very beginning.

What you’ll do

  • Prepare, cook and serve menu items under the direction of the Head Chef.
  • Follow recipes, specifications and food safety procedures.
  • Support hospitality food preparation and service.
  • Help deliver lunch and daily food service to a high standard.
  • Assist with events, visits and ad hoc hospitality requirements.
  • Support the kitchen team with ordering, stock receipt and storage where required.
  • Ensure stock is rotated correctly and stored safely.
  • Assist with food presentation and service.
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness across the kitchen and catering areas.
  • Complete due diligence checks and records as required.
  • Use catering equipment safely and report any defects.
  • Support the team in maintaining high food safety and allergen standards.
  • What you’ll bring

    • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent professional chef qualification.
    • Previous experience within a kitchen or hospitality environment.
    • An interest in developing your career within a modern corporate hospitality setting.
    • Good food preparation and presentation skills.
    • A strong understanding of food safety and allergen requirements.
    • High standards of personal hygiene.
    • The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • A customer-focused approach and confidence working in a hospitality environment.
    • Flexibility to support different events, visits and service requirements.
  • What we offer

    • Monday to Friday working, 7:00am – 3:00pm.
    • No routine weekend working.
    • The opportunity to join a brand-new kitchen team.
    • A modern, state-of-the-art working environment.
    • A contemporary food offering with a strong hospitality focus.
    • Exposure to events, hospitality and varied service requirements.
    • The opportunity to develop your skills and help shape a new operation from day one.

A little more about Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

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KEY BENEFITS

  • Advice and guidance

    Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it.
  • Pension Plan

    Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan.
  • Wellbeing support

    Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7.
  • Generous leave

    For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge.
  • Discounts and savings

    Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme
  • Virtual GP

    24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.

Social Impact

Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.

We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.

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