Global Cuisine Sous Chef – Mon–Fri, Training & Perks

The Genuine Dining Co.; Immingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Meals on shift

Training & progression

Employee assistance programme

Central London location

Job summary

The Genuine Dining Company is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to support our chef teams delivering high-quality staff dining and hospitality. You will work with seasonal ingredients, implement sustainable menus, and contribute to innovative food experiences across our venues.

Join a vibrant, collaborative team that values development, training days, and social events while maintaining exceptional standards in quality and service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP and allergen legislation.
• Experience managing kitchen teams in a high-volume catering environment.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Commercial awareness with experience of managing food costs and budgets.
• Ability to remain calm and perform effectively under pressure.
• Passion for food innovation and delivering excellent customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day management of the kitchen operation.
• Lead and supervise kitchen teams to ensure high standards of food quality, presentation and service.
• Prepare, cook and present food in line with company recipes, specifications and standards.
• Assist with menu planning and development, including seasonal menus and special events.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, HACCP, allergen management and health & safety regulations.
• Manage stock levels, placing orders and monitoring deliveries to ensure efficient stock control.
• Control food costs and minimise waste while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitor portion control and food production to achieve budgeted targets.
• Train, coach and develop junior chefs and kitchen team members.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and performance management activities within the kitchen team.
• Assist with rota planning and labour cost management.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised and maintained to the highest standards.
• Conduct regular equipment and food safety checks, reporting any issues promptly.
• Manage kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Support the delivery of hospitality, conference and event catering when required.
• Work closely with front-of-house teams to ensure an excellent customer experience.
• Drive continuous improvement in food quality, service standards and operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety & HACCP

Menu planning

Communication

Time management

Budgeting & cost control

Allergen management

Staff training

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Professional Cookery

Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene

Health & Safety qualification (desirable)

IOSH Working Safely/Managing Safely (desirable)

Job description

The Genuine Dining Company is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to support our chef teams delivering high-quality staff dining and hospitality. You will work with seasonal ingredients, implement sustainable menus, and contribute to innovative food experiences across our venues.

Join a vibrant, collaborative team that values development, training days, and social events while maintaining exceptional standards in quality and service.