Sous Chef

Restaurant Associates UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Career growth opportunities

Digital GP access and healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Discounts on food shopping

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Free wellness classes

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider is seeking a skilled Sous Chef for their staff dining team in Canary Wharf. This full-time role includes managing kitchen operations, preparing high-quality meals, and ensuring food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have prior experience as a sous chef, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for quality food. Benefits include a pension scheme, career growth opportunities, and exclusive discounts, making this a great opportunity for culinary professionals in London.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a sous chef or similar role.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Passion for quality food and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Preparing and cooking high-quality meals for staff dining.
• Managing kitchen staff and ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met.
• Assisting with stock control and menu planning.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Job description

Sous Chef – Monday to Friday, 40 Hours per Week – Canary Wharf

We are seeking a skilled and motivated sous chef to join our staff dining team based in Canary Wharf.

Role Details

• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Start between 7:00 AM and 7:30 AM, finish between 3:30 PM and 4:00 PM
• Rate: £20.11 per hour
• Overtime: Paid at standard hourly rate
• Location: Canary Wharf staff dining facility

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Preparing and cooking high-quality meals for staff dining
• Managing kitchen staff and ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met
• Assisting with stock control and menu planning

Requirements

• Previous experience as a sous chef or similar role
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Passion for quality food and teamwork

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career growth opportunities through 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 more
• Discounts on food shopping at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and others
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards every time you spend, redeemable across many brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share all discounts and offers with your friends and family

About Us

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 workplaces as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Job Reference: com/1911/86039015/52769776/R/SU #RA Group

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!

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Restaurants