Job Introduction
Mobile Executive Chef – Scotland (Education Sector)
Full-time | 40 hours/week | Day shifts (occasional evenings/weekends) | Travel expenses paid

ARE YOU A PASSIONATE, INNOVATIVE CHEF WITH A FLAIR FOR LEADERSHIP AND A LOVE FOR DEVELOPING TALENT? READY TO TAKE YOUR SKILLS ON THE ROAD AND COOK IN SOME OF SCOTLAND’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS, HISTORIC INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS?

We’re looking for a dynamic Mobile Executive Chef to join our elite culinary team – a true food ambassador who thrives on variety, challenge, and the opportunity to shape the future of school dining.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Outstanding cooking and presentation skills
• Knowledge of food safety, H&S, COSHH
• Financial awareness – costing, budgeting, stock control
• Strong time management and adaptability
• IT skills to manage recipes and compliance systems
• A positive, can-do attitude and flexible approach

READY TO BE PART OF SOMETHING GREATER?

If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can bring your passion, skills, and ambition to a company that truly values you, then this is it.
Apply today and take the next step in your Sodexo journey. Friendly customers. Vibrant communities. Exciting careers.
Please note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.

WHAT’S THE ROLE?

This is no ordinary chef position. As our Development Mobile Chef, you’ll step into the kitchens of Scotland’s top Independent Schools, supporting, developing, and inspiring kitchen teams, while ensuring exceptional food standards are met – and exceeded.
Whether covering for Executive or Head Chefs, launching exciting new initiatives, or leading on VIP and special events, you’ll be at the forefront of culinary excellence in education.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Step into leadership roles when needed, keeping kitchens running at top performance
• Drive innovation in menus and food presentation aligned with our sector-leading food strategy
• Train, coach, and mentor kitchen brigades – raise the bar, build confidence, spark creativity
• Collaborate with onsite teams to roll out exciting food concepts, new openings & seasonal menus
• Deliver memorable experiences at high-profile school events (think summer balls, galas, conferences)
• Be a subject matter expert on food safety, school food standards, and compliance