Total 4 F&B / Tourism / Hospitality job vacancies in Gloucestershire, GL20 8JE

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Build a career with big-name businesses, as a Head Chef with Sodexo in Irvine KA12 8KE! For a role that’s a perfect mix of passion, perks and potential.

At Sodexo we thrive in providing quality service, and serving up memorable catering offers for our corporate colleagues and clients. Lead our kitchen team in serving incredible food, and enjoy incredible perks.

As the face of our catering operation, you will be responsible for overseeing all culinary offers and outlets within our prestigious corporate setting, ensuring your teams provide high-quality, creative, and nutritious meals that align with our brand and exceed our clients' expectations.

What you’ll do:

• Cost, develop and implement innovative, seasonal and sustainable menus, at the forefront of industry trends
• Manage and coach a team of chefs and catering staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment for all
• Collaborate with the wider hospitality teams to coordinate special events and corporate functions
• Monitor food costs and manage budgets effectively to maximize profitability
• Ensure the highest standards of food hygiene and health and safety are maintained and recorded in compliance with national food safety standards
• Maintain accurate records of stock, purchases, and wastage levels

What you bring:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a corporate or high-volume setting
• Professional cookery or culinary qualifications and relevant professional training
• Ability to successfully lead and manage a team
• Financial understanding and able to navigate IT systems
• Current industry knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment
• Commitment to maintaining the highest food safety and hygiene standards

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.
• An 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 24hr virtual GP Service
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today and start your journey with Sodexo!

Serve incredible food, enjoy incredible perks.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

Package Description

Head Chef

• Monday to Friday 07.00 to 15.30
• 40 hours per week
• £13.06 per hour + Sodexo Benefits
• Good rail and bus route connections
• Cycle to work scheme
• Uniform provided
• Online Recognition Scheme (Reward Hub)
• Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is KA12 8KE

About The Company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Chef de Partie - £27,000 per annum + *£1250.00 sign on bonus - South Gloucestershire

Looking for your next culinary adventure? Look no further! Acorn by Synergie is currently seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our clients team in South Gloucestershire, working within a country house venue.

As an experienced Chef de Partie, you will have a passion for food and a keen eye for detail. You will be a proactive and positive individual, with the ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment. Diligence and organisation are key in this role, as well as good communication skills to work effectively with the team.

To be considered you must have experience of working in a hotel and events settings, bringing a wealth of knowledge and skills to the kitchen. You will be confident in your ability to handle various tasks and responsibilities, adapting easily to changing priorities and demands.

Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP guidelines are essential, as maintaining food safety and hygiene standards is a top priority. The team takes pride in delivering the highest quality of food to the guests, and they need someone who shares that same dedication and attention to detail.

This is a full-time position, with 40 hours per week on a rota basis (working 5 out of 7 days). The rota includes evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, so flexibility is a must.

As a Chef de Partie, your main responsibilities will include:

- Preparing and cooking food to the highest standard in a timely manner
- Ensuring that all menu items are consistently presented and adhering to high-quality standards
- Assisting the head chef with menu development and maintaining stock levels
- Managing the kitchen and ensuring a clean and safe working environment
- Training and supervising junior staff members, fostering a positive and supportive team dynamic

In return, our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to be part of a growing and dynamic team. You will have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge, while working in a fast-paced and exciting environment.

The hotel and events team takes great pride in providing exceptional service and creating unforgettable memories for the guests. If you are a passionate Chef de Partie, with experience in hotel and events, and looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you!

To apply for this role, please send your up to date CV to coral.jenkins@acornpeople.com.

*£1250.00 sign on bonus (conditions apply)

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Cooking food to a 2 AA Rosette standard, important duties for the job and the responsibilities needed to excel include:

Preparing the food for cooking

Keeping up with industry trends and creating new recipes with the Head Chef

Reviewing the menu and doing inventory

Following the budget set by the Restaurant Manager

Ordering food for the kitchen

Monitoring food production and food and staff costs

Training staff

Managing relationships with distributors and resolving any issues with vendors, promptly

Ensuring standard portions and quality of dishes

Maintaining a clean and safe kitchen and ensuring sanitation practices in the kitchen

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Working Monday - Friday shifts are 8am - 5pm or 8.30am - 5.30pm.The Nursery Cook will be responsible for preparing healthy and nutritious meals for the children in the nurseryNursery Cook - Qualifications & ExperienceMinimum two years’ proven catering experienceBasic Food Hygiene CertificateCapable of working under pressure in an organised wayKnowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs, i.e. vegetarian, culturalAbility to work with children in preparing simple snacks and baking preparationAbility to work as part of a teamNursery Cook - Key ResponsibilitiesIn consultation with the Nursery Manager to be responsible for the preparation of weekly menus, catering for all children, in line with the food and drink policy.Ensure all meal planning and food ordering is in line with the agreed catering budgets.To ensure that all children with allergies are catered for in compliance with our allergies policy as well as maintaining the allergen file.To maintain adequate stores and food stuffs in appropriate storage conditionsTo ensure the kitchen and kitchen equipment are kept clean and tidy.To clean and defrost the freezer as necessary.To observe high standards of food hygiene during the preparation, cooking and serving of all foods.Maintain the Safer Food, Better Business documentation on a daily basis to comply with food safety management procedures and food hygiene regulations.To undertake baking activities with children.To promote healthy eating with children and staff.To maintain high standards of personal hygiene and personal appearance in accordance with the Company’s hygiene policy