Sous Chef - Didcot

Eurest; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in workplace catering is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join their team in Didcot. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase culinary skills while ensuring high standards of food quality and customer service. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to career development.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Food shop discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Qualifications

• Proven experience at Sous Chef level.
• Experience in hospitality and events.
• Strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support hospitality and events.
• Step in for the head chef during absences.
• Maintain high food quality and customer service.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Sous Chef - Didcot

Monday - Thursday 6am - 2.30pm, Friday 7am - 3.30pm

£31,320 per annum

Spice Up Your Next Career Move!

Are you a talented and enthusiastic Sous Chef looking to showcase your skills and creativity? Join our dedicated catering team in Didcot where you’ll craft exceptional dishes using the finest and freshest ingredients. This is your opportunity to make an impact in a role that balances culinary passion with career development, all within the UK’s leading food service company.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide support with hospitality and events
• Step in for the head chef during absences, ensuring smooth kitchen operations
• Assist the head chef in creating, ordering, and compiling weekly menus
• Share responsibility for daily Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards
• Maintain excellence in food quality and customer service, ensuring high standards are met
• Collaborate with the head chef to manage kitchen areas and team performance

What You’ll Bring:

• Proven experience at Sous Chef level, demonstrating culinary expertise and leadership
• Experience in hospitality and events
• A passion for innovation, creating remarkable dishes that leave a lasting impression
• Strong teamwork skills, fostering collaboration with chefs and kitchen staff
• Adaptability to thrive in high-pressure situations and a fast-paced environment
• Genuine enthusiasm for the culinary world and a drive to continually improve
• Professionalism that upholds high standards and values

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Unwind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• Share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering.

At Eurest, we are experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We believe that fueling employees throughout the day can help sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds, and motivate them to perform at their best. Our food experiences are driven by our commitment to sustainability and working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

We're people-powered at Eurest.

We are passionate about what we do and committed to attracting the best talent. Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting.

Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and have equal opportunities to advance. We celebrate diversity and aim to create a culture where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive.