Sous Chef

Houston & Hawkes; London; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative catering company is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Central London. This role offers the opportunity to create outstanding dishes using the finest ingredients, while working in a prestigious environment. As a Sous Chef, you will manage kitchen operations, design seasonal menus, and ensure customer satisfaction through high-quality food and service. With a strong focus on personal development and a supportive team culture, this position is perfect for culinary professionals looking to make a mark in the contract catering industry. Join a company that values creativity and excellence in every dish!

Benefits

Free Meals at Work

Contributory Pension Scheme

Free Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Company Events

Uniform Provided

28 Days Holiday

Recognition Schemes

Family-Friendly Support

Day Off on Birthday

Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract catering or fine dining.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen in the absence of the head chef.
• Prepare ingredients and design seasonal menu items.
• Ensure quality of food and service for all customers.

Skills

Contract Catering Experience

Passion for Food

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Customer Service Skills

Education

706/2 or NVQ Chef Qualifications

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Job role: Sous Chef

Location: Central London

Salary: £38,000 per annum plus overtime

Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday

Houston & Hawkes are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and experienced Sous Chef who produce outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients at this highly prestigious contract in heart of London.

This is a great opportunity for a Sous Chef to make a name for themselves within the contract catering industry.

We'll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of.

Sous Chef Duties

• To manage the kitchen in the absence of the head chef
• Setting up the kitchen and ensuring all ingredients are fresh and in date
• Preparing ingredients, designing seasonal menu items, controlling and directing the food preparation process
• Ensure the presentation of the food is consistent with the standards set by head chef
• Focusing on all customers including guests, staff and visitors & meeting dietary and allergen requirements whilst ensuring quality of food and service
• Demonstrate Personal Development.
  
  

Sous Chef Requirements

• Proven experience in contract catering, 5* hotel or fine dining restaurant
• A genuine passion for food
• Industry acumen and knowledge of external catering developments & innovations
• Ability to work efficiently and competently under pressure
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• High level of self-motivation and not constrained by conventional time keeping
• 706/2 or NVQ chef qualifications, or equivalent
• Honesty, transparency and consistency, someone who can gain and hold the respect of other
• Personal innovation and passion
• Demonstrative customer focus and service skills
• Computer literate
  
  

Sous Chef Additional Benefits

• Free meals at work
• Contributary pension scheme
• Free access to the company Employee Assistant Programme
• Company events including all company Christmas party
• Uniform provided
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Family-friendly support, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and adoption leave
• Day off on your birthday
• Referral bonuses
• Training and development opportunities, including regular masterclasses with renowned chef Sally Abe
  
  

Who We Are

Houston & Hawkes is a young and dynamic independent caterer based in the South East. We are proud to be an award-winning company, ranked among the top 30 companies to work for in the hospitality industry, and a certified B Corp company. We believe in creating memorable experiences for our customers through our vibrant, creative, and sustainable food offerings. We operate coffee bars, staff restaurants, and delis, tailored to our clients' hospitality and event needs. Committed to social responsibility, passionate about Great British produce and dedicated to our talented teams.

Join Houston & Hawkes and be part of a team that values excellence, creativity, and professional growth

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitality

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