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- Job reference: SDX/TP/736016/151777
- Location: No Fixed Place Of Work
- Job type: Full Time - 40 hours a week
- Salary: Competitive + Bonus and Flexible benefits fund
About the role
Culinary Leadership Talent Pool (UK Wide) – Expressions of Interest Only
For Future Consideration – No Active Vacancy
We are building a confidential talent pool of senior culinary leaders who may be suitable for opportunities that arise across our UK operations in the future. This is not an open vacancy and does not indicate that a role is currently available. However, from time to time we require experienced leaders who can support multi-site culinary excellence, operational delivery, and chef development.
Registering interest simply allows us to understand the market, identify potential talent, and make early contact should an appropriate role become available.
Why express interest?
To be considered proactively for any future senior culinary leadership opportunities
To stay connected with upcoming developments in our culinary function
To be engaged early should a relevant role emerge
No commitment on either side — this is exploratory only
What future opportunities may typically involve
Supporting multi-site food quality, consistency and operational standards
Leading and coaching senior chefs and culinary teams
Supporting the development and rollout of food concepts or menu systems
Driving improvements in presentation, service, training, and compliance
Contributing to stakeholder engagement, showcases or mobilisation activity
Who we’d like to hear from
Professionals with experience such as:
Senior or executive-level culinary leadership across multi-site environments
Strong culinary capability with awareness of UK trends and operational needs
Experience with menu/recipe systems or structured culinary rollouts
Ability to influence senior stakeholders and develop high-performing teams
Flexibility to travel within the UK as required
Interested?
If you’d like to be included in our general talent pool, please share your CV. We will review expressions of interest periodically and may reach out if a profile aligns with any future opportunity.
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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.
No Fixed Place Of Work, United Kingdom
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Join us at Sodexo and explore the exciting career opportunities we offer! Whether you're interested in hospitality, facilities management, or food services, we invite you to set up a profile and become part of our vibrant team.