Register Your Interest for Regional Head Chef Positions

Register Your Interest: Culinary Leadership Opportunities – Scotland (Education Sector)

Full-time | 40 hours/week | Day shifts (occasional evenings/weekends) | Travel expenses paid

Are you a chef who thrives on variety, collaboration, creativity, and developing others? Do you enjoy stepping into new kitchens, sharing expertise, and helping teams deliver exceptional food experiences?

We’re building a talent pool of forward-thinking culinary leaders who want to make an impact across Scotland’s most prestigious Independent Schools. If you’re excited by the idea of shaping food culture, supporting diverse teams, and representing high standards across multiple sites, we’d love to hear from you.

What to Expect

These future opportunities are ideal for chefs who enjoy dynamic, evolving roles. You may be involved in:

• Supporting school kitchens across Scotland, ensuring smooth operations and consistent high standards

• Championing innovation in food presentation, menus, and student dining experiences

• Coaching, mentoring, and developing kitchen teams

• Helping roll out new concepts, openings, and seasonal food initiatives

• Taking part in high-profile school events, from celebrations to conferences

• Acting as a subject matter expert on food safety, compliance, and school standards

If you’re passionate about food education, leadership, and variety in your day-to-day work, this could be an exciting next step.

Who We’re Looking For

We want to connect with chefs who bring:

• Strong culinary expertise in high-volume or high-quality environments

• A passion for people development, food trends, and innovation

• Confident leadership, communication skills, and a collaborative approach

• Flexibility to travel throughout Scotland (with expenses covered)

• Knowledge of food safety, compliance and operational standards

• Qualifications such as NVQ Level 2+, Food Safety Level 3 (or equivalent)

• Experience in fine dining, multi-site support, or large team leadership is a bonus, but not essential.

What You Bring

• Exceptional cooking and presentation skills

• A positive, proactive attitude

• Financial awareness (costing, stock control, budgeting)

• Strong organisation and adaptability

• Comfortable using digital systems for recipes, compliance, and communication
  

Why Express Interest?

Joining our talent pool offers the chance to be considered for upcoming roles that combine creativity, leadership, and real impact. You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Work with passionate teams in inspiring educational environments

• Influence food culture and contribute to outstanding dining experiences

• Develop your career within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation

You’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Access to wellbeing and mental health support

• 24/7 virtual GP services

• Discounts for you and your family

• Learning and development opportunities

• Pension plan and Bike to Work scheme
  

Interested in Future Opportunities?

If you’d like to be considered for upcoming culinary leadership roles across Scotland’s Independent Schools, register your interest today. We’ll be in touch as suitable opportunities arise.

Be part of something greater. Be part of Sodexo.

Please note: Sodexo is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children within schools. All successful candidates will undergo appropriate PVG and vetting checks when progressing to a formal role.

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