Hands-On Sous Chef: Lead High-Volume Catering

Compass Group UK; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Pension scheme

Career development

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema discounts

Cash rewards

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I ESS division at Wattisham Airfield is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead catering operations with a hands-on approach in a fast-paced, structured environment. You will be accountable for daily feeding and function activities, while guiding and developing a dedicated team to deliver high-quality meals.

We are looking for a hands-on leader with strong organisational and communication skills who can manage a small team, adapt to changing schedules, and maintain top food

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Sous Chef or Senior Chef role.
• Hands-on leader who works alongside the team.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Capable of managing a small team and adapting to weekly schedules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality meals for Service Personnel.
• Lead from the front in a hands-on Sous Chef role.
• Manage daily feeding and function activities.
• Support, motivate, and develop the team.
• Ensure food presentation, consistency and service standards.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Food safety

High-volume catering

Budget management

Job description

Compass Group UK&I ESS division at Wattisham Airfield is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead catering operations with a hands-on approach in a fast-paced, structured environment. You will be accountable for daily feeding and function activities, while guiding and developing a dedicated team to deliver high-quality meals.

We are looking for a hands-on leader with strong organisational and communication skills who can manage a small team, adapt to changing schedules, and maintain top food