Daytime Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Menus

Sodexo; Royston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo in Royston is looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our catering team on a permanent basis. You'll work Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm, on-site at the Johnson Matthey site and help deliver high-quality food and service.

Working with the Head Chef and Catering Manager, you'll lead the kitchen, contribute menu ideas, and ensure safety, hygiene and COSHH standards are met. This hands-on role offers a clear path to develop your career in professional catering with supportive team

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or in a senior chef role.
• Formal chef qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds 706/2.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen management.
• Experience supervising and supporting a kitchen team.
• Knowledge of stock control, ordering and reducing food waste.
• Ability to work under pressure with strong organisational skills.
• Positive, team-focused attitude with good communication and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality food for daily services, hospitality and events.
• Support the Head Chef with the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Supervise, motivate and support the kitchen team, stepping up to lead when required.
• Assist with menu planning and contribute fresh, creative ideas.
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and allergen management standards.
• Support ordering, stock control, stocktakes and reduce food waste.
• Ensure the kitchen remains clean, safe and well organised, following Health & Safety and COSHH procedures.
• Deliver excellent customer service and build relationships with customers, colleagues and the client.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Chef qualifications

Food safety knowledge

Kitchen supervision

Stock control

Organisational skills

Team/customer focus

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds 706/2

Job description

Sodexo in Royston is looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our catering team on a permanent basis. You'll work Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm, on-site at the Johnson Matthey site and help deliver high-quality food and service.

Working with the Head Chef and Catering Manager, you'll lead the kitchen, contribute menu ideas, and ensure safety, hygiene and COSHH standards are met. This hands-on role offers a clear path to develop your career in professional catering with supportive team