Elite Sports Sous Chef – High-Performance Kitchen

Levy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in the UK is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join its culinary team at Charlton Athletic FC Training Ground. This role involves preparing high-quality meals tailored to the nutritional needs of elite athletes. Candidates should possess strong leadership and organizational skills, along with relevant culinary qualifications and food hygiene certification. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000, along with excellent benefits including healthcare, 23 days' annual leave, and meal provisions.

Benefits

23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash

Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance

Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Sous Chef role or equivalent within a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of nutrition and dietary needs, particularly within a sports or health-focused setting.
• Food hygiene certification and relevant culinary qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in the preparation and delivery of high-quality, performance-led meals.
• Lead kitchen operations on a day-to-day basis.
• Ensure all food is prepared in line with dietary requirements and nutritional guidelines.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and health & safety compliance.
• Support inventory management, ordering, and stock rotation.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and team leadership abilities

Excellent organisational and time management skills

Strong understanding of nutrition and dietary needs

Food hygiene certification

Education

Relevant culinary qualifications

Job description

A leading hospitality firm in the UK is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join its culinary team at Charlton Athletic FC Training Ground. This role involves preparing high-quality meals tailored to the nutritional needs of elite athletes. Candidates should possess strong leadership and organizational skills, along with relevant culinary qualifications and food hygiene certification. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000, along with excellent benefits including healthcare, 23 days' annual leave, and meal provisions.