Chef / Cook in Bristol

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

Salary: £14.22 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 07:00 - 15:30

Term Time: Yes! September 2026 Start Date.

Please note; there is no on-site parking.

Job Introduction: Do you enjoy preparing food and want to make a positive impact in a school environment? Join Sodexo as a Chef/Cook at Clifton College and help serve meals that fuel students and staff for success. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values care, collaboration, and bringing people together through great food every day.

What You’ll Do:

• Work closely with the Catering Manager to plan, prepare and deliver nutritious meals for Prep pupils
• Prepare and present meals to agreed specifications, standards and service times
• Support meal service, ensuring a positive and caring experience for pupils and staff
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, health & safety and COSHH compliance
• Manage ingredients and portions effectively, ensuring correct temperatures and minimal waste
• Receive, check and store deliveries accurately, following FIFO and food safety procedures
• Keep kitchen and service areas clean, safe and well organised at all times
• Build positive working relationships with colleagues, school staff and the wider Sodexo team
• Communicate professionally and courteously, reflecting Sodexo’s service values
• Participate in training, team meetings and continuous improvement activities
• Report incidents, concerns or complaints promptly and take appropriate action
• Support school events or special functions as required, including occasional overtime.

What You Bring:

Essential:

• 1 - 2 years Chef / Cooking experience - Commis Chef that is looking for a new challenge will be considered.
• 706/2 or NVQ2 chef qualification, or equivalent
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients, and staff at all levels
• Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Computer literacy alongside a strong level of literacy and numeracy.
• 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
• 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
• Full understanding of Allergen Management

Desirable:

• Previous experience of catering management and employee engagement
• Experience of managing and developing a team in an educational establishment
• Experience of managing budgets

What We Offer:

Working with Sodexo isn’t just another job but a chance to be part of something that matters. Here, you’re welcomed for who you are, encouraged to bring your ideas and purpose to the table, and given the opportunity to make a real difference in the work you do every day. You’ll also find the support, flexibility, and room you need to grow in a way that feels right for you. With over 20 Sodexo benefits to choose from, you’ll have access to a competitive retirement plan, discounts at 1,900+ retail brands, great gym offers, and a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for emotional, legal, and financial support.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

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