Senior Sous Chef - Live Event Kitchen Leader

Exeter Chiefs; Exeter; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Staff discounts

On-site parking

Job summary

Exeter Chiefs are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the in-house kitchen team at Sandy Park, Exeter. You will lead the kitchen on functions, work with the head chef and senior sous chef, and use high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. The role offers a balanced schedule with minimal late evenings and no split shifts.

You will manage tasks, train staff, and ensure food safety and budget controls across in-house dining and large events, including match days and banqueting.

Qualifications

• At least two years' experience as a sous chef.
• Level 3 food hygiene.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Professional, well presented and hardworking.
• Able to work under pressure and unsupervised.

Responsibilities

• Make sure all catering at Sandy Park is prepared and delivered to a high standard
• Manage and allocate tasks to the kitchen team
• Oversee sections within the main kitchen and function service points
• Lead functions and make sure standards are upheld
• Help train kitchen staff and manage day-to-day performance and attendance
• Ensure food safety, fire and health and safety regulations are followed
• Keep tight stock control to achieve the expected GP% and work within budget

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Pressure management

Team management

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene

Job description

Exeter Chiefs are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the in-house kitchen team at Sandy Park, Exeter. You will lead the kitchen on functions, work with the head chef and senior sous chef, and use high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. The role offers a balanced schedule with minimal late evenings and no split shifts.

You will manage tasks, train staff, and ensure food safety and budget controls across in-house dining and large events, including match days and banqueting.