Daytime Sous Chef | Lead Breakfast & Lunch Kitchen

Eurest; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daytime hours (6:30am–3:00pm)

Weekdays only

Leadership development

Eurest Cambridge team

Job summary

Eurest in Cambridge is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team, supporting the Head Chef and ensuring high standards of food and service.

You'll prepare breakfast, lunch and hospitality services, manage stock, place orders, monitor allergen info, and maintain hygiene. This role offers Monday–Friday daytime hours and the opportunity to lead in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally Sous Chef or similar.
• Strong organisational skills and a methodical approach to your work.
• Good stock management and ordering knowledge.
• Computer literacy and confidence completing kitchen administration.
• Knowledge of food safety, allergens and health & safety procedures.
• Calm under pressure with problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver breakfast, lunch and hospitality services as part of the kitchen team.
• Support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Deputise for the Head Chef during absences and maintain standards.
• Manage stock levels, monitor usage and support stock control.
• Place orders and ensure ingredients are available when needed.
• Complete allergen information accurately and ensure safe food handling.
• Maintain food hygiene, health and safety to Compass standards.
• Support the team during busy services and ensure great service.
• Keep kitchen clean, organised, and efficient.

Skills

Organisational skills

Stock management

Computer literacy

Food safety

Customer engagement

Team player

Calm under pressure

Job description

Eurest in Cambridge is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team, supporting the Head Chef and ensuring high standards of food and service.

You'll prepare breakfast, lunch and hospitality services, manage stock, place orders, monitor allergen info, and maintain hygiene. This role offers Monday–Friday daytime hours and the opportunity to lead in a professional environment.