At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and present delicious food while ensuring high standards of hygiene.
- Company: Join Sodexo at Strathallan School, a leading independent school in Scotland.
- Benefits: Enjoy free meals, on-site parking, and time off over Christmas.
- Other info: Full training provided with opportunities for career development and community volunteering.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team and create exceptional dining experiences.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just bring your enthusiasm and commitment to great service.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 13 $ per hour.
- Chef - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!
Cook/Chef Assistant - Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7
Shift Times: Earliest start 6:00am, latest finish 7:30pm. Occasional hospitality events may require a finish up to 9:00pm.
Free parking, free meals whilst on shift, time off over Christmas.
No previous experience needed as full training would be given.
Will be required to undergo an Enhanced PVG check.
About the Role
- Sodexo is seeking a motivated and reliable
- Cook/Chef Assistantto join our team at
Strathallan School, one of Scotland's leading independent boarding and day schools.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced catering environment and takes pride in delivering high standards of food service and customer care.
Working as part of a supportive team, you will help provide an exceptional dining experience for pupils, staff, and visitors while ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times.
What you'll do
- Prepare and present food to the required standards.
- Assist with food preparation and service.
- Replenish food during service periods.
- Maintain clean and tidy work areas throughout the day and at the end of each shift.
- Clear and clean service areas following meal periods.
- Assist with stock control, deliveries, and the safe storage of food, including allergen management and stock rotation.
- Ensure all food safety, health and safety, and company procedures are followed.
- Support hospitality functions and school events, including occasional evening and weekend work.
- Report any incidents, accidents, near misses, food safety concerns, or equipment issues promptly.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a positive and professional working environment.
What you'll bring
We are looking for candidates who are
- Positive and enthusiastic team players.
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service.
- Food safety conscious and attentive to detail.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently when required.
- Flexible and willing to support the wider team.
- Reliable, responsible, and conscientious in their approach to work.
- Professional in appearance with high standards of personal hygiene.
- Strong communicators who build positive relationships with colleagues and customers.
What We Offer
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a company that values its people and supports their development.
Benefits include
- Free on-site parking.
- Free meals whilst on shift.
- Time off over the Christmas period.
- Full training and protective uniform provided.
- Access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
- Employee Assistance Programme providing legal, financial, and personal support.
- Access to a health and wellbeing app including a 24-hour virtual GP service.
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme offering savings on a wide range of products and services.
- Salary Finance benefits and financial wellbeing tools.
- Membership of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
- Career development and learning opportunities across Sodexo.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Volunteering opportunities within local communities.
- Competitive salary and a supportive working environment.
- Additional Information
Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo appropriate screening, including an Enhanced PVG check, employment references, and other relevant background checks.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.
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