Seasonal Sous Chef - Lead the Kitchen for Neighbours

Birchgrove Ltd; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Healthcare cashback

Employee assistance and mental health

Free breakfast and lunch

Electric-car salary-sacrifice

Onsite gym

Job summary

Birchgrove Ltd in Leatherhead is seeking a warm, passionate Sous Chef to work closely with the Head Chef and help deliver a personal, fresh dining experience for neighbours. You will be part of a tight-knit kitchen team, contributing ideas, and stepping up to lead when the Head Chef is away.

You are experienced in professional kitchens, can stay calm during busy services, and are committed to high standards, HACCP and allergen procedures. Weekend work and community-focused teamwork are expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen with high standards.
• Capable of leading a kitchen when Head Chef is away.
• Understanding of HACCP, allergen handling and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef to deliver high-quality meals for neighbours.
• Lead kitchen operations in Head Chef's absence and ensure food-safety checks are completed.
• Contribute ideas for seasonal menus and events.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, rotation and waste reduction.
• Keep the kitchen clean, organised and inspection-ready.
• Follow food-safety systems and allergen management.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

HACCP & allergen knowledge

Leadership by example

Team player and communication

Job description

Birchgrove Ltd in Leatherhead is seeking a warm, passionate Sous Chef to work closely with the Head Chef and help deliver a personal, fresh dining experience for neighbours. You will be part of a tight-knit kitchen team, contributing ideas, and stepping up to lead when the Head Chef is away.

You are experienced in professional kitchens, can stay calm during busy services, and are committed to high standards, HACCP and allergen procedures. Weekend work and community-focused teamwork are expected.