Sous Chef

Impact Food Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development and culinary

Free meal on shift

Staff discount

Monthly incentives

Job summary

Impact Food Group is seeking a Sous Chef for St Paul’s Cathedral School in London. Working Monday to Friday, shifts 6/7am-3/4pm, 35 weeks per year (term time only), with a salary of £36,000 per annum.

You will prepare fresh, seasonal meals for our independent schools, focusing on quality, presentation and portioning to meet student and staff expectations. Duties include menu support, events, and maintaining high kitchen standards.

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience in a professional/high-volume environment.
• Passion for high-quality food, presentation, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe preparation practices.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking meals from scratch using fresh, high-quality ingredients
• Supporting menu planning and adapting dishes to dietary requirements
• Preparing and assisting with catering events, banquets, and special functions
• Ensuring the kitchen is clean, organised, and compliant with food safety standards
• Working closely with the team to deliver consistently excellent meals

Skills

Catering experience

Food presentation

Dietary requirements

Food hygiene

Team player

Job description

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.

Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector.

About the role

Job Title: Sous Chef

School Location: St Paul's Cathedral School, London, EC4M 9AD

Working Days: Monday to Friday

Shifts & Working hours: 6/7am-3/4pm (42.5hours per week)

Working Weeks: 35weeks per year (term time only)

Pay Details: £36,000 per Annum

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Cook, you’ll prepare fresh, seasonal meals for our independent schools. You’ll focus on quality, presentation, and portioning to meet the expectations of students and staff.

Your responsibilities include:

• Preparing and cooking meals from scratch using fresh, high-quality ingredients
• Supporting menu planning and adapting dishes to dietary requirements
• Preparing and assisting with catering events, banquets, and special functions
• Ensuring the kitchen is clean, organised, and compliant with food safety standards
• Working closely with the team to deliver consistently excellent meals

Skills & experience:

• Previous catering experience, ideally in a professional or high-volume environment
• Passion for high-quality food, presentation, and attention to detail
• Experience or willingness to support catering events and special functions
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe preparation practices
• Team player with strong organisational skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development and culinary training
• Work as part of a highly professional team in prestigious schools
• Receive a free meal on shift.
• Access a wide range of free qualifications and career development opportunities.
• Benefit from a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers.
• Take part in monthly incentives for top-performing teams, including shopping vouchers.

A kitchen visit, trade test and interview will be required for this role.

IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are requiredtoundergo an enhancedDBS check, which IFG will pay for.

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