Job Introduction
As a Commie Chef at Sodexo, you will play a vital role in the food and beverage operations of Clifton College, 32 College Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3JH. You will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of food quality and service, ensuring that school catering is recognized as one of the best in the region. Your positive attitude and ability to provide direction and support will significantly impact your team’s morale and performance, creating a vibrant and productive work environment.
Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
What you do :
* Compliance: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including hygiene, cleanliness, and COSHH standards.
* Meal Preparation and Service: Assist in the preparation, production, presentation, and timely service of meals per company standards.
* Control of Raw Materials: Ensure proper control of food portions and temperatures, aligning with company standards.
* Storage Management: Safely store all goods promptly, following a 'first in, first out' rotation system.
* Hygiene Maintenance: Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in food prep and service areas.
* Work Area Cleanliness: Keep work areas organized and assist with routine cleaning schedules.
* Personal Standards: Uphold high standards of personal performance, appearance, and hygiene at all times.
* Customer Communication: Provide friendly and efficient service while communicating effectively with customers and clients.
* Training Participation: Engage in necessary training and team meetings to meet company and client standards.
* Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively to promote harmonious relationships within the team.
Irregular Duties:
* Special Functions: Assist with special events, potentially outside regular hours, with additional overtime payment.
* Complaint Handling: Report and address any customer complaints promptly.
* Incident Reporting: Immediately report any incidents related to accidents, theft, or food safety.
* Meeting Attendance: Attend required meetings and training courses as needed.
What you bring :
* Experience in this field essential
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients, and staff at all levels
* Strong level of literacy and numeracy
* A Great Passion for Food and Team Engagement
* Good time management and organizational skills
* Ability to work well under pressure
* Computer literacy and ability to achieve and set standards and operate to performance criteria, with particular regard to hygiene
* Positive approach to learning in role and identifying own training needs as appropriate
* Self-motivated, sense of own initiative and the ability to meet target deadlines as set by the Account Manager
* Ability to work effectively as part of and in the development of a team with a flexible approach to role and to successfully implement change
What we offer :
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.
Ready to be part of something greater?