Senior Sous Chef - Garden-Centric Daytime Kitchens

Royal Horticultural Society; Hyde; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Horticultural Society is seeking a full-time Junior Sous Chef for our in-house catering operation at RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Chelmsford, Essex. The role reports to the Head Chef and requires weekend and bank holiday availability as part of a high-standard, garden‑themed kitchen team.

You will work across three kitchens producing a diverse lunchtime menu, with daytime service and minimal evenings. A strong focus on food safety and HACCP is essential, and own transport is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and HACCP is essential.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills are required.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Work across 3 kitchens to deliver a diverse lunchtime offer.
• Contribute to daytime service with no split shifts and few evenings.
• Support the Head Chef and kitchen team in daily operations.

Skills

Food safety

HACCP

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Royal Horticultural Society is seeking a full-time Junior Sous Chef for our in-house catering operation at RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Chelmsford, Essex. The role reports to the Head Chef and requires weekend and bank holiday availability as part of a high-standard, garden‑themed kitchen team.

You will work across three kitchens producing a diverse lunchtime menu, with daytime service and minimal evenings. A strong focus on food safety and HACCP is essential, and own transport is preferred.