Creative Sous Chef — Lead Culinary Team & Quality

Gather + Gather; Wantage; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great training and development

Life assurance scheme

Personal development and training

Wellbeing strategy and EAP

Regular social events

Holiday purchase scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is seeking an ambitious Sous Chef to join our team and help deliver exceptional food experiences. You will work closely with a passionate team to create outstanding culinary experiences for clients.

The role offers a structured development path, emphasis on work-life balance, and opportunities to progress within a growing organisation that recognises and rewards excellence.

Qualifications

• Previous Sous Chef experience in catering/kitchen.
• Ability to supervise and train staff.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Identify opportunities to improve our food service.
• Create a positive kitchen environment where the team feel welcomed and supported.
• Assist the team with ordering, stock control and controlling food waste.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning and hygiene standards.
• Support the team to manage budgets and meet financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with Food Handling and Hygiene standards.
• Ensure Health and Safety regulations are followed.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Time management

Food safety awareness

Job description

CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is seeking an ambitious Sous Chef to join our team and help deliver exceptional food experiences. You will work closely with a passionate team to create outstanding culinary experiences for clients.

The role offers a structured development path, emphasis on work-life balance, and opportunities to progress within a growing organisation that recognises and rewards excellence.