Junior Sous Chef

Avery Healthcare Group; Egham Wick; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Staines seeks a talented Sous Chef to join their dedicated team. In this role, you'll craft exceptional dishes, support hospitality and events, and step in for the head chef when needed. The ideal candidate has proven experience and a passion for culinary innovation. Enjoy benefits like a contributory pension scheme, exclusive travel discounts, and wellness classes. Join now and make your mark in a vibrant kitchen environment.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Quick access to a Digital GP

Exclusive travel discounts

Discounts on groceries

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Free wellness classes

Qualifications

• Proven experience at Sous Chef level in hospitality and events.
• Ability to work in a team of 9 with 2 direct reports.
• Strong passion for culinary innovation.
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Support hospitality and events.
• Step in for the head chef during absences.
• Assist head chef with weekly menus.
• Ensure daily Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
• Maintain food quality and customer service standards.
• Collaborate with head chef on kitchen management.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Teamwork skills

Adaptability

Leadership experience

Creativity in dishes

Job description

Sous Chef – Staines

Location: Staines

Working hours: Monday – Friday 6:30am – 2pm

Salary: £31,515 per annum

About the role

Are you a talented and enthusiastic Sous Chef looking to showcase your skills and creativity? Join our dedicated catering team in Staines where you'll craft exceptional dishes using the finest and freshest ingredients. This is your opportunity to make an impact in a role that balances culinary passion with career development, all within the UK's leading food service company.

Responsibilities

• Provide support with hospitality and events.


• Step in for the head chef during absences, ensuring smooth kitchen operations.


• Assist the head chef in creating, ordering, and compiling weekly menus.


• Share responsibility for daily Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards.


• Maintain excellence in food quality and customer service, ensuring high standards are met.


• Collaborate with the head chef to manage kitchen areas and team performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience at Sous Chef level, demonstrating culinary expertise and leadership experience in hospitality and events.


• Experience working in a team of 9 with 2 direct reports, serving up to 10-300 customers on site.


• A passion for innovation, creating remarkable dishes that leave a lasting impression.


• Strong teamwork skills, fostering collaboration with chefs and kitchen staff.


• Adaptability to thrive in high‑pressure situations and a fast‑paced environment.


• Genuine enthusiasm for the culinary world and a drive to continually improve.


• Professionalism that upholds the high standards and values of the organization.

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme.


• Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes.


• Quick access to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family.


• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia and more.


• Discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and many more.


• Up to 44% off cinema tickets.


• Cash rewards when you spend and use them on a wide range of brands.


• Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes.


• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families.

Equal Opportunity Employer statement

We are committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength.