Lead Sous Chef - Large-Scale School Catering

Ad Warrior Ltd; Merley; Presencial; GBP 32 000 - 40 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Canford School is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Head Chef in delivering high-quality catering for pupils, staff and visitors. The role involves managing all aspects of the catering operation, ensuring menus, presentation and service meet the institution’s standards across breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The successful candidate will lead a team in a busy kitchen, with rota planning, stock control and budget oversight, while ensuring strict compliance with food safety and

Qualificações

• Experience in large-scale catering.
• Proven leadership and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage rotas and budgets.
• Commitment to food safety and allergen procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the Executive Head Chef in managing all catering operations.
• Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation and service.
• Lead and develop the sous team, manage rotas and stock.
• Oversee budgets and compliance with safety procedures.
• Deliver meals for up to 1,000 daily during term time and support events.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Team management

Budgeting

Stock control

Food safety

Allergen procedures

Menu planning

Formação académica

Professional cooking qualification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Canford School is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Head Chef in delivering high-quality catering for pupils, staff and visitors. The role involves managing all aspects of the catering operation, ensuring menus, presentation and service meet the institution’s standards across breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The successful candidate will lead a team in a busy kitchen, with rota planning, stock control and budget oversight, while ensuring strict compliance with food safety and