Innovative Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen at Heathrow

WSH Group; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Training and development opportunities

Apprenticeships opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

BaxterStorey at Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 CCR seeks a dedicated Sous Chef to support Head Chef in menu development and daily kitchen operations. You will lead food preparation, maintain high quality, and ensure strict SOP adherence in a fast-paced setting.

With training opportunities and a strong focus on development, this role offers a pathway for culinary growth within a respected hospitality provider committed to quality and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• NVQ qualifications or equivalent are required.
• Proven experience as an Executive Head Chef or similar role.
• Strong craft skills and catering background.
• Good numeracy and ability to manage costs.
• Supervisory experience and staff development focus.
• Excellent communication and problem solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in developing menus and ensuring high quality.
• Oversee food prep, portioning, plating, and SOP adherence.
• Monitor inventory, manage waste, and control costs.
• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff for growth.
• Schedule shifts and coordinate kitchen operations daily.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Culinary expertise

Menu development

Cost control

Staff training

Communication

Planning & organisation

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Qualifications or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (SharePoint, Forms, OneDrive, Outlook)

Job description

BaxterStorey at Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 CCR seeks a dedicated Sous Chef to support Head Chef in menu development and daily kitchen operations. You will lead food preparation, maintain high quality, and ensure strict SOP adherence in a fast-paced setting.

With training opportunities and a strong focus on development, this role offers a pathway for culinary growth within a respected hospitality provider committed to quality and guest satisfaction.