2nd / Sous Chef - IMMEDIATE START

BaxterStorey; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Leeds is seeking a Sous Chef to join their team. This role involves assisting the Head Chef in a 24/7 kitchen operation, emphasizing culinary creativity and team collaboration. Ideal candidates will have proven culinary experience and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences. Competitive salary and various benefits are offered, making this an excellent opportunity for career growth.

Benefits

28 Days holiday including bank holidays

Free meals on shift

Pension and life insurance

Discounts available from high street shops

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef.
• Passion for food and creating memorable experiences.
• Experience managing and supporting a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional standards.
• Build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Develop your team through mentoring and training.

Skills

Experience as a Chef

Passion for food

Team management skills

Financial acumen

Effective communication

Job description

2nd / Sous Chef - IMMEDIATE START, Leeds

Client: BaxterStorey

Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

Company Description

We are expanding and are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to work in a new facility feeding Amazon Associates. This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic foodie company.

The role - 2nd Chef to assist the Head Chef in the overall running of the kitchen in a 24/7 operation

Rate of pay: £ (with paid overtime if required)

Working Pattern: Predominantly Monday to Friday, occasional weekend required for holiday and sick cover

Hours: 40 hours a week

Location: Amazon LBA5, LS9 0DZ

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary career leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available from HAPI app, from high street shops to holidays & cinema
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Calling all culinary connoisseurs that are OBSESSED about food! If you have an insatiable appetite for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create food that delights customers and clients, then look no further. At BaxterStorey, we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish, your talents can shine, and we believe in nourishing talent and empowering our chefs to evolve and grow professionally.

This is a fantastic opportunity for skilled Chefs to make a name for themselves within the food service industry and set new standards in workplace hospitality.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead, inspire, collaborate, and support your team to deliver exceptional standards
• Build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Develop your team through mentoring, training, and recognition
• Create a culture of excellence, innovation, and caring service
• Achieve critical KPIs including health and safety, sustainability, financial, and governance

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Chef
• Passion for food and creating memorable experiences
• Experience managing and supporting a team
• Financial acumen and budget management
• Excellent coaching, delegation, and influencing skills
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills
• Solution-oriented mindset
• Strategic thinking and critical reasoning
• Alignment with BaxterStorey core values

Additional Information:

For nearly 20 years, we've created beautiful spaces, exciting menus, and friendly teams to provide exceptional hospitality experiences worldwide. We support our team to build their careers and believe in continuous learning and improvement.

Join us and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

Always Visionary: Striving for better, leading the way.

Wholeheartedly Positive: Motivating and inspiring through our love for food and service.

Creatively Collaborative: Embracing differences to push creativity.

Forever Conscious: Protecting the planet and supporting communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we want to hear from motivated, hungry learners. We can work together to develop your potential.