Lead Sous Chef - High-Volume Catering & Safety

Dnata; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast, lunch and dinner on‑im

Free tea and coffee

Simply health Plan

Refer a Friend Scheme

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Apprenticeship programme opportunity

Job summary

dnata Catering UK is seeking a capable Sous Chef to support our high-volume kitchen operations at major airports across the UK. You will lead production, ensure food quality and compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety standards.

The role requires 2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen, a City & Guilds or BTEC in professional cookery, and strong leadership to develop the team, manage cost controls, and maintain high performance standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• City and Guilds or BTEC in professional cookery.
• At least 2 years’ experience cooking in a professional environment.
• Must be computer literate.
• Ability to communicate with colleagues and management at all levels.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Solid knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Basic Health and Safety Certificate.
• Methodical and logical approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen production to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Ensure food prepared and presented to specifications.
• Manage workload and labour allocation to meet demands.
• Monitor productivity and maintain high performance.
• Support recruitment, induction, training, and development of kitchen staff.
• Maintain discipline, structure, and morale.
• Facilitate communication between kitchen leadership and senior management.
• Ensure HACCP procedures and health & safety compliance.
• Monitor hygiene standards and audit readiness.
• Assist cost management: labour, stock management, and waste minimisation.

Skills

2 years’ experience cooking in a proff

Computer literate

Ability to communicate with those at,?

Education

City and Guilds or BTEC in professional cookery

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Basic Health and Safety Certificate

Job description

dnata Catering UK is seeking a capable Sous Chef to support our high-volume kitchen operations at major airports across the UK. You will lead production, ensure food quality and compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety standards.

The role requires 2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen, a City & Guilds or BTEC in professional cookery, and strong leadership to develop the team, manage cost controls, and maintain high performance standards in a fast-paced environment.