Sous Chef

Job Introduction

The Role

We are seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our team at Magdalen College School, Oxford. You will act as leader and coach to the Kitchen team. Driving their results through nurturing and monitoring of their performance while making MCS Oxford a friendly and inviting place to work. 

• Location: Magdalen College School, Cowley Place, Oxford OX4 1DZ

• Contract Type: Permanent

• Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7days

• Hours: 40 hours per week

• Rate of Pay: £16.83 per hour

What You’ll Be Doing

Assisting the Head Chef in the core production of daily meals and hospitality service of food within all areas under Sodexo Management. Ensure compliance in all areas of Food Safety, Health and Safety within the department.

• Compile Allergen Matrix and ingredients lists for all dishes produced within the unit Daily. 
• Work with FOH Supervisor to plan Special Diets Meal plans for our most at risk students 
• Maintain accurate records of Temperature Monitoring 
• Manage Kitchen Teams Production levels and timings. 
• Oversee lunch service maintaining food levels on counters 
• Revise Production numbers throughout the day and week to minimise waste 
• Working with the Head Chef and Stores Manager to manage stock levels. 
• Ensure that legal and company regulations regarding hygiene, health and safety are complied with. 
• Ensure all compliant training is updated and support in delivering of training to the team. 
• To undertake occasional duties outside the normal routine but within the scope of the department’s activities. 
• Promote a good company image to customers and guests and use positive customer service practices. 
• Assist with the monitoring of production and wastage. 
• To take full responsibility for kitchen staff and food production across all services when the Head Chef is absent. 

What You’ll Bring

Essential 

• NVQ level 2 Food Production certificate or equivalent 
• Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate 
• IOSH Managing Safely 
• Strong level of literacy and numeracy 
• Experienced Chef who has operated in a busy, client facing environment 
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to be an effective team player 
• Flexible, with the ability to work under pressure and across a range of shifts and service times 
• Direct management experience of chefs / kitchen brigade 
• Clear, strong and effective leadership style 
• Strong ability to increase individuals’ effectiveness through leadership, motivation, communication, coaching and training 
• Excellent time management and organisational skills 
• Ability to set and maintain standards 

Desirable

• Ability to review problems analytically, develop opportunities and implement innovative solutions / approaches 
• PC literate 
• Advanced Food Safety or Health and Safety qualification 

What’s In It For You?

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 also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Be Part of Something Special!

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to showcase your culinary talent, inspire young minds, and create exceptional dining experiences in one of the UK’s most prestigious schools. Apply today and become part of the Sodexo team at Shrewsbury School.

Safeguarding & Inclusion

Sodexo and our clients are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles require applicants to undergo background checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) screening.

We are also a Disability Confident Leader employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.