Senior Sous Chef — Lead Menu & Kitchen Ops

Birkbeck College; Camden Town; Sur place; GBP 36 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

31 days paid leave

Pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Central London location

Résumé du poste

Birkbeck College in London is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality food across retail, hospitality and event catering. You will influence menus, drive quality, and lead junior kitchen staff in a busy, customer-focused environment.

This full-time role (37.5 hours) offers leadership responsibilities, stock control, and ongoing opportunities to shape food and beverage service while maintaining high standards and compliance with HACCP procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP procedures.
• Experience driving quality, presentation standards and menu development.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage kitchen production.

Responsabilités

• Lead and develop junior kitchen team members.
• Oversee food production, stock control and compliance.
• Deputise for the Head Chef as required to ensure smooth operation.
• Influence menu development and drive food quality across catering outlets.
• Maintain high standards while seeking opportunities to improve customer experience.

Connaissances

Team leadership

High-volume catering

Food safety HACCP

Kitchen operations

Formation

Catering/culinary qualification

Description du poste

Birkbeck College in London is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality food across retail, hospitality and event catering. You will influence menus, drive quality, and lead junior kitchen staff in a busy, customer-focused environment.

This full-time role (37.5 hours) offers leadership responsibilities, stock control, and ongoing opportunities to shape food and beverage service while maintaining high standards and compliance with HACCP procedures.