Senior Sous Chef

Professional Personnel Management Ltd; Royston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

PPM Recruitment is seeking a Senior Sous Chef for a professional catering operation in Royston. The role supports the Head Chef, leads the kitchen team and helps deliver high-quality food and service.

You will be responsible for day-to-day kitchen operations, staff leadership, menu support and maintaining high hygiene standards. A hands-on, flexible approach is essential to ensure timely service and consistent quality.

Qualifications

• Senior-level kitchen leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Able to work under pressure in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Lead, motivate and supervise kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Prepare, cook and present high-quality meals to a consistently high standard.
• Assist with menu planning, food preparation and stock control.
• Monitor food quality, portion control and presentation.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.
• Manage food storage, rotation and wastage in line with company procedures.
• Support and train junior chefs and other kitchen team members.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served on time.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Food hygiene

Staff supervision

Job description

PPM Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced

Senior Sous Chef to join a professional catering operation in

Royston.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and skilled chef looking for a permanent position, supporting the Head Chef, leading the kitchen team and helping to deliver high-quality food and service.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.

Lead, motivate and supervise kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.

Prepare, cook and present high-quality meals to a consistently high standard.

Assist with menu planning, food preparation and stock control.

Monitor food quality, portion control and presentation.

Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety regulations.

Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.

Manage food storage, rotation and wastage in line with company procedures.

Support and train junior chefs and other kitchen team members.

Ensure meals are prepared and served on time.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Senior Sous Chef, Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role.

Strong leadership and organisational skills.

Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen health and safety.

Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen.

A passion for delivering high-quality food and excellent service.

A flexible, hands‑on approach to kitchen operations.

What We Offer

£19.00 per hour

The opportunity to develop your career within a professional catering environment.

The chance to demonstrate your culinary skills and leadership abilities.