Chef

Job Description

• 35 hours per week / 5 days in 7
• £14.00-£16.00 per hour + Sodexo Benefits
• Location is Priory Kneesworth House

Job Introduction

Bring your passion to the plate. Make a difference every day.

As a Chef at Sodexo in Priory Kneesworth House, you'll play a vital role in preparing high quality meals that support patient wellbeing and enhance the overall dining experience. You'll be responsible for managing your own section of the kitchen, ensuring every dish meets our high standards. If you're passionate about food, thrive in a fast paced environment, and want to be part of a purpose driven team - this is the role for you.

What you'll do:

• Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and quality standards
• Contribute to menu planning and recipe development
• Support, guide, and train junior chefs and kitchen staff
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety, hygiene, cleanliness, COSHH, and fire safety regulations
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment

What you bring:

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) and at least 2 years' experience as a chef
• Strong culinary skills and a genuine passion for cooking
• Ability to perform well under pressure in a busy kitchen
• Clear, respectful communication and a strong team spirit

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn't just a job - it's a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Legal and Equality

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 a minimum selection criteria for the job.