Sous Chef

Carters, Inc.; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Arrow is recruiting a Sous Chef for a school catering role in Eastbourne. Working Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 15:30, you will support the Head Chef in preparing nutritious meals and ensuring smooth daily production.

This ongoing temporary assignment requires prior experience in high-volume catering, a solid knowledge of food hygiene, and a valid Enhanced DBS. You will help maintain a clean kitchen and supervise staff as needed, with an immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef in high-volume catering.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
• A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate is essential.
• Reliability and excellent teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef in the preparation and service of nutritious, high-quality meals.
• Assisting with menu preparation and daily food production.
• Ensuring food hygiene and health & safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Supervising kitchen staff when required.
• Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment.

Skills

Sous Chef exp

Teamwork

High-volume catering

Food safety

Reliability

Job description

Job DescriptionSous Chef - School Catering?? Eastbourne?? Start Date: Wednesday 2nd September 2026? Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 15:30?? Competitive hourly rate?? Ongoing Temporary Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef in the preparation and service of nutritious, high-quality meals
• Assisting with menu preparation and daily food production
• Ensuring food hygiene and health & safety standards are maintained at all times
• Supervising kitchen staff when required
• Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef in a high-volume catering environment
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations
• A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate is essential
• Reliability and excellent teamwork skills

What's on Offer??

Monday to Friday schedule? Daytime hours only (07:00-15:30)? Ongoing temporary role? Friendly school environment? Immediate start available from 02/09/#####

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