Lead Sous Chef — Menu & Kitchen Ops (Free Meals)

John Lewis Partnership; Binfield; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Chef whites provided

Job summary

The John Lewis Partnership's Waitrose Hospitality & Food Service team in Bracknell is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the kitchen operations, manage the team, and deliver high standards of food quality and service. You will ensure menus are executed on time and within cost parameters while upholding safety and compliance.

As a permanent role with Sunday to Thursday shifts 19:30–3:00, you will collaborate with senior chefs and contribute to menu development, training, and maintaining robust food

Qualifications

• GCSEs or A Levels or vocational equivalents.
• Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2.
• Recognised Food Production Certificate (City & Guilds 7061/7062 or NVQ equivalents).
• Operational supervisory experience in medium/large kitchens or canteens.

Responsibilities

• Produce food to highest standards within budget.
• Lead daily food preparation and maintain high standards.
• Work with Chefs of all levels to ensure quality and consistency.
• Maintain accurate food preparation records per management and safety rules.
• Contribute to menu development and proposition enhancements.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Quality mindset

Education

GCSEs or A Levels or vocational equivalents

Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2

City & Guilds 706 1 & 2, NVQ Professional Cookery 1-3 or equivalent

Job description

The John Lewis Partnership's Waitrose Hospitality & Food Service team in Bracknell is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the kitchen operations, manage the team, and deliver high standards of food quality and service. You will ensure menus are executed on time and within cost parameters while upholding safety and compliance.

As a permanent role with Sunday to Thursday shifts 19:30–3:00, you will collaborate with senior chefs and contribute to menu development, training, and maintaining robust food