Head Baker

Job Introduction

Drive business success - and your career.

Inspiring growth. Igniting potential.

Build a career with big-name businesses, as a Head  Baker  with Sodexo in Leopardstown  For a role that’s a perfect mix of passion, perks and potential. Build a career with big-name businesses.

At Sodexo we thrive in providing quality service, and serving up memorable catering offers for our corporate colleagues and clients. Lead our kitchen team in serving incredible food, and enjoy incredible perks.

As the face of our catering operation, you will be responsible for overseeing all culinary offers and outlets within our prestigious corporate setting, ensuring your teams provide high-quality, creative, and nutritious meals that align with our brand and exceed our clients' expectations.

What you’ll do:

• Cost, develop and implement innovative, seasonal and sustainable menus, at the forefront of industry trends
• Manage and coach a team of chefs and catering staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment for all
• Collaborate with the wider hospitality teams to coordinate special events and corporate functions
• Monitor food costs and manage budgets effectively to maximize profitability
• Ensure the highest standards of food hygiene and health and safety are maintained and recorded in compliance with national food safety standards
• Maintain accurate records of stock, purchases, and wastage levels

What you bring:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a corporate or high-volume setting
• Professional cookery or culinary qualifications and relevant professional training
• Ability to successfully lead and manage a team
• Financial understanding and able to navigate IT systems
• Current industry knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment
• Commitment to maintaining the highest food safety and hygiene standards

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll 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
• Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
• An Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, or support with both work related issues and personal situations
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals with over 1900 well known retailers ranging from utilities, groceries, entertainment, fashion, travel and more (also open to friends and family)
• Save for your future through our Pension Plan
• A life assurance benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Easily accessible learning and development routes, offering opportunities to grow and succeed throughout your career with Sodexo
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today

Drive business success - and your career.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

Package Description

Head Baker

• Mon-Fri, Sun shifts might be required
• 39 hours per week
• € per hour + Sodexo benefits
• FT Position in a high level establishment, great access to public transport - Luas Green line, Bus. Parking available

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