Commie Chef or Assistant Cook

Job Introduction

Chef - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!

Location :  Clifton College, 32 College Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3JH

Salary : £ per hour

Hours : 40 Hours per week

Working Pattern : Monday -Friday [7am-3pm]

Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a Commis Chef / Assistant Cook working for Independents by Sodexo at Clifton College , You will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of food quality and service, ensuring that school catering is recognized as one of the best in the region. Your positive attitude and ability to provide direction and support will significantly impact your team’s morale and performance, creating a vibrant and productive work environment.

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 You’ll Do :

Compliance : Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including hygiene, cleanliness, and COSHH standards.

Meal Preparation and Service : Assist in the preparation, production, presentation, and timely service of meals per company standards.

Control of Raw Materials : Ensure proper control of food portions and temperatures, aligning with company standards.

Storage Management : Safely store all goods promptly, following a 'first in, first out' rotation system.

Hygiene Maintenance : Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in food prep and service areas.

Work Area Cleanliness : Keep work areas organized and assist with routine cleaning schedules.

Personal Standards : Uphold high standards of personal performance, appearance, and hygiene at all times.

Customer Communication : Provide friendly and efficient service while communicating effectively with customers and clients.

Training Participation : Engage in necessary training and team meetings to meet company and client standards.

Team Collaboration : Work collaboratively to promote harmonious relationships within the team.

Irregular Duties :

Complaint Handling : Report and address any customer complaints promptly.

Special Functions : Assist with special events, potentially outside regular hours, with additional overtime payment.

Incident Reporting : Immediately report any incidents related to accidents, theft, or food safety.

Meeting Attendance : Attend required meetings and training courses as needed.

What You Bring :

Experience in this field essential

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients, and staff at all levels

Strong level of literacy and numeracy

A Great Passion for Food and Team Engagement

Good time management and organizational skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Computer literacy and ability to achieve and set standards and operate to performance criteria, with particular regard to hygiene

Positive approach to learning in role and identifying own training needs as appropriate

Self-motivated, sense of own initiative and the ability to meet target deadlines as set by the Account Manager

Ability to work effectively as part of and in the development of a team with a flexible approach to role and to successfully implement change

What We Offer :

A dynamic and supportive work environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Full training and protective uniform provided

No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!

Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support

Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits

Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships

Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities

At Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. If you’re ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and help us create a brighter future!

Note : Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.