Dynamic Sous Chef for High-Volume Campus Kitchen

Gather + Gather; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal development

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Wellbeing programme

Healthcare app access

Family friendly support

Job summary

Gather + Gather at University of London in London is seeking a Sous Chef to join our award-winning team. You will support the Head Chef in a high-volume university kitchen, delivering up to 350 breakfasts and 350 dinners daily and leading a kitchen team to maintain top quality and presentation.

The role involves menu development, stock control, food-safety compliance, and strong computer literacy in a busy service environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume catering, hospitality, education, or contract catering environment.
• Passion for modern food trends, international flavours, and menu innovation.
• Strong organisational and stock management skills.
• Good computer literacy and administrative ability.
• Ability to lead from the front and perform well in a fast-paced service environment.
• Knowledge of food safety legislation and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Chef Manager with the day-to-day running of a busy university kitchen operation.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and service are maintained at all times.
• Oversee the production and service of up to 350 breakfasts and 350 dinners daily.
• Assist with menu planning and development, contributing fresh ideas for modern, international fusion cuisine and seasonal specials.
• Support the production of freshly made pastries, breads, and baked goods.
• Monitor food costs, waste, and stock levels to help achieve budget targets.
• Manage chef and office inventory, ensuring accurate stock control and ordering processes.
• Use computer systems confidently for ordering, stock management, reporting, and administration.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, health & safety, and allergen regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment.
• Build positive relationships with students, residents, and colleagues, delivering an exceptional dining experience.

Skills

High-volume catering

Team leadership

Stock management

Food safety knowledge

Computer literacy

Tools

Stock management software

Ordering systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gather + Gather at University of London in London is seeking a Sous Chef to join our award-winning team. You will support the Head Chef in a high-volume university kitchen, delivering up to 350 breakfasts and 350 dinners daily and leading a kitchen team to maintain top quality and presentation.

The role involves menu development, stock control, food-safety compliance, and strong computer literacy in a busy service environment.