Sous Chef

Pertemps; Andover; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering business in Andover is looking for a Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team and maintain food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role and be able to support menu creation while overseeing stock control. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £38,000, working 40 hours a week with varying shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef required.
• Experience leading a team is essential.
• HACCP Level 2 training is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and train new starters.
• Maintain HACCP and SALSA standards.
• Drive food safety practices.
• Support menu creation and specifications.
• Cover Head Chef duties as required.
• Oversee stock control and ordering.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent level of English

Food safety practices

Education

HACCP Level 2 training

Level 2 Food & Hygiene certification

Allergen certification

First Aider at work certification

Job description

Sous Chef – Pertemps

We are recruiting a Sous Chef to join a leading catering business based in Andover. This is a full‑time, permanent position.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team, ensuring new starters are fully onboarded and trained.
• Work closely with the Head Chef to maintain HACCP and SALSA standards, safeguarding our five‑star hygiene rating.
• Drive food safety practices, ensuring the safe handling, storing and preparation of all food items.
• Support menu creation and maintain food specifications that meet company standards.
• Cover Head Chef duties as required and deliver the highest level of customer service at all times.
• Oversee stock control and order sufficient supplies.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef.
• Experience leading a team.
• Excellent level of English.
• HACCP Level 2 training is advantageous.
• Minimum Level 2 Food & Hygiene certification.
• Allergen certification.
• First Aider at work certification.

Pay & Hours

Pay is £38,000 dependent on experience. You will work 40 hours per week, with hours varying between 8 am – 4.30 pm or 10.30 am – 7 pm on a roster.

Apply

If you are interested in this Sous Chef position, please apply below or contact Jemma at Pertemps.