Head & Sous Chef – Middlesbrough & Stockton

Chartwells Independent; Billingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training Provided

Health & Wellbeing Support Programs

Job summary

Chartwells Independent is seeking a Sous Chef to join our contract catering team in the United Kingdom. You will work in a busy kitchen, preparing menu-compliant dishes and ensuring Levy standards are met while coordinating with colleagues.

The ideal candidate will hold Level 3 Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness, bring a can-do attitude, and wear appropriate whites and safety footwear. Training and development are provided as part of Compass’ broader benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have relevant catering qualifications.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene.
• Allergen Awareness.
• Own whites and safety shoes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to menu specifications in a busy kitchen.
• Ensure ingredients are available for the menu matrix.
• Take pride in your business and share agreed standards with your team.
• Assist with new team members by giving respectful coaching as needed.

Skills

Hygiene excellence

Calm under pressure

Communication

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene

Allergen Awareness

Job description

Chartwells Independent is seeking a Sous Chef to join our contract catering team in the United Kingdom. You will work in a busy kitchen, preparing menu-compliant dishes and ensuring Levy standards are met while coordinating with colleagues.

The ideal candidate will hold Level 3 Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness, bring a can-do attitude, and wear appropriate whites and safety footwear. Training and development are provided as part of Compass’ broader benefits.