Junior Sous Chef

Sodexo; London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

Employee support

Health & wellbeing app

Discount scheme

Retirement plan

Death-in-Service

Training & development

Cycle to work

Volunteer opportunities

Flexible working

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Join Sodexo Live! at Constance, a Michelin Guide restaurant in London’s Fulham area, as a Junior Sous Chef. You’ll work under a Michelin-led concept with Adam Byatt, driving quality ingredients and refined cooking while developing leadership and culinary skills.

Expect shifts across 9am–11pm, weekends and matchdays, with competitive pay (£38k–£42k) plus Tronc and ongoing training to advance your career within Sodexo Live!

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, Senior Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef with the daily running of kitchen operations
• Leading designated kitchen sections and assisting with the supervision of the wider brigade
• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to exceptional standards
• Monitoring food quality, consistency and presentation throughout service
• Supporting menu development and the introduction of new dishes
• Assisting with stock control, ordering and inventory management
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards are maintained at all times
• Coaching, mentoring and supporting junior team members
• Driving waste reduction initiatives and supporting food cost controls
• Helping to create a positive, professional and collaborative kitchen culture

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Time management

Calm under pressure

Food preparation

HACCP knowledge

Stock control

Food costing

Organisational skills

Passion for food

Team development

Job description

£38,000 - £42,000 Salary plus Tronc

40hours / 5 Days Over 7 Days

Flexibility is essential, as shifts will vary across our operating hours of 9am–11pm, including weekends, evenings, and matchdays.

Job Introduction

At Sodexo Live!, we’re creating extraordinary experiences in some of the world’s most iconic venues.
This is more than a Junior Sous Chef role, it’s an opportunity to be part of a restaurant setting new standards in London’s hospitality scene.

Located within the landmark Fulham Pier, Constance is proud to be featured in the Michelin Guide and operates under the culinary direction of renowned Michelin-starred chef Adam Byatt. Combining exceptional British cuisine, outstanding hospitality and a stunning riverside setting, Constance offers an environment where ambitious chefs can develop their careers at the highest level.

We’re looking for a talented and driven Junior Sous Chef to join our growing brigade. This is the perfect opportunity for an experienced Chef de Partie, Senior Chef de Partie or existing Junior Sous Chef who is passionate about quality ingredients, refined cooking and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Working alongside an experienced leadership team, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the standards expected of a Michelin Guide-recognised restaurant while developing your own leadership and culinary skills.

• Work within a Michelin Guide-recognised restaurant
• Be part of a concept led by Michelin-starred chef Adam Byatt
• Competitive salary plus Tronc
• Enjoy a better work-life balance with typical start times from 9am rather than early-morning kitchen starts
• Develop your career within Sodexo Live! and one of London’s most exciting hospitality destinations
• Ongoing training, development and progression opportunities
• Work alongside a passionate team committed to culinary excellence
• Be part of a venue delivering exceptional dining experiences and premium hospitality

What You’ll Do:

• Supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef with the daily running of kitchen operations
• Leading designated kitchen sections and assisting with the supervision of the wider brigade
• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to exceptional standards
• Monitoring food quality, consistency and presentation throughout service
• Supporting menu development and the introduction of new dishes
• Assisting with stock control, ordering and inventory management
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards are maintained at all times
• Coaching, mentoring and supporting junior team members
• Driving waste reduction initiatives and supporting food cost controls
• Helping to create a positive, professional and collaborative kitchen culture

For a full list of responsibilities please read the attached job description

What You Bring:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, Senior Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef
• Experience working within a high-volume professional kitchen environment
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and presentation standards
• Good understanding of HACCP, food hygiene and health & safety regulations
• Knowledge of stock control, food costing and waste management principles
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• The ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
• A proactive, positive and solutions-focused approach
• A genuine passion for food, hospitality and continuous improvement
• Leadership potential and a desire to develop and support others

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you;you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Ready to be part of something greater?

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high volume of applications.

About Sodexo Live!

At Sodexo Live!, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.