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Head Chef

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

We are currently seeking a highly talented and driven person to work in the one of our Cork sites.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, the ability to prioritise their workload and have the ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

You will be working as part of a team but you will at times be expected to work independently and under your own initiative.

Role Responsibility

We currently a fantastic opportunity for creative and talented Head Chef to work at one of our Cork Locations. If you are motivated and passionate about current trends and top quality food, this is a great opportunity to showcase your innovative menu ideas and effectively lead a brigade to deliver an outstanding service.

 

 At Sodexo, We pride ourselves on offering some of the best industry recognised further training and craft skill opportunities for our Chefs.The Successful candidate will have strong financial acumen (essential), with an eye for detail, be a leading innovator always searching for the next trend. You will have experience in managing a team to achieve great results whilst managing costs to achieve defined budgets

 

Role Responsibility

 

1.  Work in the kitchen assisting in the daily preparation of food, making inroads & innovations into creating food concepts, promotions, health eating and sustainable fish options.

2. Deliver an outstanding high end hospitality offering for various events, including functions, conferencing

3. Manage and develop a brigade of Chefs and casual staff, providing training and coaching as necessary

4. To manage all aspects of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene

5. Ensure financial documentation and accountancy of the unit (and those from suppliers) is accurate and within agreed budgeted levels.

6. Comply with all company and client policies and statutory regulations relating to Health and Safety, Safe Working Practices, Hygiene, Cleanliness, Fire and COSHH. This will include awareness of any specific hazards in the workplace and training of staff in these.

7. Ensure all training is carried out weekly ensuring we are compliant with Health & Safety and Food Safety.

8. Plan and cost menus to meet the food service offer specified in the contract using Recipe Online and Chef's Work to ensure compliance with fixed food cost. Ensure compliance with menu planning, ordering and stock control procedures — ordering from Sodexo nominated suppliers.

9. Carry out craft training to improve production skills within the unit to ensure emphasis on healthy eating, presentation and promotions.

10  Ensure that control of raw materials and portions are to the company's standards and that food is served at the correct temperatures.

11.   Walk the floor during service periods to ensure that excellent levels of service are being delivered, speak to customers to gain feedback on the service provided. On a daily basis complete pre and post service briefings with all staff to ensure they are fully informed of the menu items, promotions etc.

12.   Ensure audits are being carried out and appropriate actions are being taken.

13   Support the Catering Manager in staff appraisals to promote good employee relations and operate with company procedures, legislation and the Investors in People Standards (staff appraisals to be conducted at least annually).

14    Participate in any necessary training and team meetings as required to complete job responsibilities to the company's and client's standards e.g. Health and Safety, food hygiene.

15    Ensure that the areas under your control are left clean and tidy at all times and ensure cleaning rotas are in place.

16    Ensure high standards of personal performance, hygiene, appearance and cleanliness at all times.

17    Ensure that all catering equipment within the kitchen is in safe working order, checked regularly and serviced. Report any faults to management / client and maintenance engineer, ensure they are rectified and equipment is not used until safe.

18    Ensure that the kitchen and stores are safe and secure at all times.

19    Ensure that the temperature of fridges, freezers and hot cupboards / serveries are monitored and recorded in line with company regulations and the Food Safety Act, ensure all areas comply with HACCP.

20    Ensure there is adequate cover in the kitchen at all times; plan work schedules according to skills and abilities whilst maximising flexibility; plan holidays to achieve "self cover" where possible. Cover in other areas during periods of holidays and sickness.

21    Communicate well and demonstrate a pleasant, polite, efficient, caring and friendly service to customers and clients in all areas of service which Sodexo provide.

22    Comply with all Sodexo company policies / procedures and client site rules and regulations.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience in a similar role, teamed with the ability to deliver innovative menus

Industry acumen and knowledge of external catering developments and trends

Excellent craft skills/qualifications and experience of managing in a kitchen environment.

Good communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels

Personal motivation and passion.

Hold 706/1 & 706/2 or equivalent and IOSH Certificates

Work Knowledge HACCAP

 

Package Description

  • Head Chef
  • 39 Hours per week
  • 5 Days per week
  • Training will be provide
  • Please send your cv to John.conlon@sodexo.com

About the Company

Sodexo UK & Ireland employs around 43,000 people and delivers On-Site Service Solutions to clients at over 2,300 locations including offices, hospitals, schools, defence sites, prisons, sporting events and visitor attractions.

At Sodexo we are committed to a leading role in promoting equality opportunities and valuing diversity and inclusion. We seek to create a work environment based on mutual respect for all individuals, building a culture that appreciates and values the experiences and skills brought by each person to benefit our organisation and work hard to ensure that all people, whatever their age, disability, gender, transgender, marital or family status, race or ethnicity, religious belief of sexual orientation are welcome to and included within our business.

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