Sous Chef reference: 140906

A role where you can bring your passion for food.As a Sous Chef at Nuffield Health, St. Bartholomew's, 30 Giltspur Street, EC1A 7BS, you will work under the guidance of the head chef and be responsible for managing a section of the kitchen, ensuring that all dishes are prepared to the highest standards. You will have a passion for cooking and a desire to learn and grow as a culinary professional. If you are a team player who works well under pressure, then 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 youll do:Ensure proper supply orderingCoordinate meal production for restaurant and special dietary needs for patient mealsDownload daily menu productions on DRIVEComplete and record food/equipment temperature checks, in line with safe catering system, and report problemsMaintain stock at agreed levels to meet restaurant and patient needsManage patient meal delivery to ward areasAdhere to legislation and policies in the patient meal serviceReport incidents (accidents, fire, theft, etc.) to Catering Manager, and follow investigation actionsReport mechanical/electrical defects to Catering Manager and take unsafe equipment out of serviceTimely record service standards and retain secure records (e.g., temperature monitoring, raw material control)Compile work rosters, authorize annual leave, and manage unplanned absence coverage with Catering ManagerEnsure cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen, utilizing staff as requiredEnsure staff training on the correct use of all kitchen machineryEnsure correct staff uniform is wornConduct routine Quality Control Audits and assess performance levelsAttend weekly meetings with Catering Manager and Host SupervisorAssist with administration duties and deputize for Managers when neededOrganize and compile staff training sessions with the Catering ManagerAssist in kitchen operationsthrough team management and service deliveryOrder provisions following Sodexo policy and suppliersEnsure kitchen and food service areas are clean and maintained, reporting issuesComplete Sodexo SMS paperwork (temperature checks, electrical checks, COSHH, HACCP)Pass internal and external audits (safeguard, EHO, Nuffield audits)Complete monthly billing and close accounts on timeComply with reasonable requests from the line manager within required time framesManage staff performance to ensure service excellence and quality deliveryTrain team members using Sodexo GREAT training cards, induction, and Nuffield trainingEnsure weekly rotas are completed on time and labor is managed within budgetPerform well under pressure, maintaining professionalism and resilienceBe a dedicated team player, striving for excellence and leading by exampleMaintain discretion while observing safeguarding and professional standardsMaintain a smart and professional appearance, representing the hospital positivelyManage emails and correspondence in a timely and professional mannerExhibit high accuracy and attention to detailBe self-motivated and work independentlyAdaptable and flexible with working patterns as neededWhat you bring:Good interpersonal skills and ability to be an effective team playerFlexible and able to work under pressureAt least 3 years experience in high volume cateringPrevious experience at Sous Chef level and shift leadershipExcellent culinary skillsHold valid ‘Intermediate Food Hygiene certificateNVQ Level 3 and Level 3 Food Safety Certificate (preferable)Excellent spoken and written EnglishStrong problem-solving and organizational skillsStrong leadership and communication skills with all stakeholdersGood IT skills, with knowledge of Word and ExcelHigh standards of personal presentationExperience with food allergies, special diets, and labelingWhat we offer:Working with Sodexo is more than a job; its a chance to be part of something greater. Youll belong in a company and team that values you for you; youll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and youll 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 PlanA Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by SodexoOpportunities 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? Apply today! Join a team that values you for being you.Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high volume of applications.