Lead Sous Chef – Global Culinary Excellence

gategroup; Gatwick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Gatwick is seeking a Sous Chef – Operations to deliver culinary excellence. This role involves leading kitchen operations, ensuring food safety, and managing the culinary team. Ideal candidates will have a culinary certification and 3-5 years of experience in a high-volume environment. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation, compliance with safety regulations, and menu planning. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Certification/Degree from a recognized culinary institution focusing on Food Science or Culinary Arts.
• Completed vocational culinary training.
• Minimum 3-5 years experience as a sous chef or head chef.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and lead the culinary team.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Support menu planning and operational collaboration.

Skills

Team management

Food safety compliance

Menu planning

Problem-solving

Culinary creativity

Education

Certification/Degree from culinary institution

Management/Leadership qualification

Catering diploma or City and Guilds

Tools

Kitchen software

Job description

A leading catering service provider in Gatwick is seeking a Sous Chef – Operations to deliver culinary excellence. This role involves leading kitchen operations, ensuring food safety, and managing the culinary team. Ideal candidates will have a culinary certification and 3-5 years of experience in a high-volume environment. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation, compliance with safety regulations, and menu planning. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team in a dynamic industry.