Executive Development Chef 

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

Sodexo Schools & Universities have a fantastic opportunity for a highly experienced and technically skilled Executive Development Chef to join our talented team supporting the schools we have across Scotland. You will be very passionate about food, innovation and confident in current food trends and global cuisines. You will be familiar with current legislation requirements particularly regarding allergens and school food requirements for age, gender and ethnic needs.

As a highly skilled individual and experienced in leading teams, you will play a key role in developing and nurturing talent within our Chef teams and ensuring that we continually drive excellent food standards and School Food Strategy. You will have experience in presenting to stakeholders (clients, parents, pupils, colleagues) demonstrating excellence in positioning Sodexo Schools & Universities as a leading operator.

This role will require travel across our sites in. Candidates should be extremely flexible in terms of travel and ability to stay away from home on occasions throughout the year.

The working schedule involves 5 days out of a 7-day week, and reimbursement for business mileage is provided.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. This role will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.

What you’ll do:

Support the School & University Segment to deliver agreed food strategy. Ensure robust food standards are met in conjunction with segment and client expectations
Deliver to school standards on food policies and legislation and to act as subject matter expert ensuring adherence to these standards at all times.
Support co-design, development and deployment of food offers to agreed briefs and agreed formats to support the Food Management System.
Co-develop and deliver agreed training programmes to ensure standards are met and guidance is followed service excellence.
Engage with all stakeholders – S&U marketing, Food Platform, HSEQ, L&D, Food and Retail team, Supply
Management, Dietetics, Senior Account Managers to deliver to expected standards.
Continuous development of innovative food presentations - support sales, client, careers, student and ad hoc presentations
Responsible in supporting local teams - new offer deployment & mobilisations through leadership and planned team meetings

What you bring:

Multi-site experience at Executive Chef level as minimum – various sector experience is an advantage
A passionate, energetic individual who loves cooking and loves delivering seasonal, tasty, on trend food
Proven and extensive knowledge and experience of the premium restaurant sector and / or contract catering
UK experience and market understanding is a must
Multi concept / multi cuisine experience and an in depth knowledge of food
Excellent financial aptitude
Knowledge of recipe management system (ROL, Drive, Saffron) or similar systems
Proven track record in creating and deploying successful food initiatives

What we offer:

Circa £41,000 per annum + Excellent benefits package

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

Flexible and dynamic work environment
Competitive compensation
Access to ongoing training and development programs
Countless opportunities to grow within the company

For more information on all the great benefits Sodexo offer to support you and your loved ones, check out the attached Benefits Guide at the bottom of this advert!

Salary	Circa £41,000 per annum
Frequency	Annual
Job Reference	SDX/TP/RF-010542-FY24/SU
Contract Type	Permanent – Full Time
Closing Date	14 February, 2024
Job Category	Catering Management
Business Unit	UK Schools
Location	No Fixed Place Of Work (Central Scotland), United Kingdom
Posted on	16 January, 2024

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