Senior Sous Chef - Lead, Create & Elevate Menus

Baxterstorey; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK catering company in London is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to manage food preparation, ensure quality control, and collaborate with team members. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in culinary arts and a strong focus on food safety and teamwork. This role offers a competitive salary of £37,500 per annum and various benefits including 28 days of holiday and free meals on shift.

Benefits

28 Days holiday including bank holidays

Plus your birthday off

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 week’s enhanced maternity leave

Secondary carer leave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Apprenticeships opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Discounts available from Perkbox

Wellbeing hub

Access to employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Sous Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Oversee production and cleanliness of station.
• Maintain high quality standards for all dishes.
• Communicate positively with team members.
• Collaborate on menu development with head chef.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen.

Skills

Food preparation

Station management

Quality control

Team collaboration

Menu development

Cleaning and maintenance

Job description

A UK catering company in London is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to manage food preparation, ensure quality control, and collaborate with team members. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in culinary arts and a strong focus on food safety and teamwork. This role offers a competitive salary of £37,500 per annum and various benefits including 28 days of holiday and free meals on shift.