Sous Chef

Compass Group UK Careers; Brockenhurst; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group located in the New Forest is looking for an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef at Beaulieu. As a Sous Chef, you will help lead the kitchen team in delivering high-quality food and ensuring smooth operations. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in high-end catering, strong leadership skills, and a passion for food and service. The position includes career development opportunities and various employee benefits such as pension schemes and digital health services.

Benefits

Contributory pension

Career development and training

Digital GP access

Discounts on travel, shopping, and cinema

Wellness support and reward schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-end catering or a similar role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene.
• Organised, adaptable, and team-oriented.
• Passionate about food and service.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with menu creation and daily operations.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team.
• Maintain food quality, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Manage stock and assist with cost control.
• Take charge in the Head Chef's absence.
• Adapt to dietary needs and client requests.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Job description

Sous Chef - Beaulieu | £34,000

Join RA Venues at Beaulieu, one of the UK’s leading cultural and heritage destinations in the New Forest.

We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality food and smooth kitchen operations. You’ll lead by example, help train the team, and ensure consistent standards in food preparation, safety, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with menu creation and daily operations
• Lead and develop the kitchen team
• Maintain food quality, safety, and hygiene standards
• Manage stock and assist with cost control
• Take charge in the Head Chef’s absence
• Adapt to dietary needs and client requests

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience in high-end catering or a similar role
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene
• Organised, adaptable, and team-oriented
• Passionate about food and service

What We Offer

• Contributory pension
• Career development and training
• Digital GP access
• Discounts on travel, shopping, and cinema
• Wellness support and reward schemes

Additional Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Job Reference: com / 2910 / 64305001 / 52632072 / R / SU #RA Venues

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!