Sous Chef

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Poole; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is seeking a Sous Chef to join their team at Hamworthy Barracks. The role involves preparing high-quality food, supporting service improvements, and fostering a positive kitchen environment. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and a passion for food, with opportunities for career development and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Healthcare benefits including Digital GP

Travel discounts and shopping discounts

Entertainment discounts and cashback rewards

Wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes

Qualifications

• Ability to foster a positive work environment.
• Excellent communication skills and relationship building.
• Motivated and eager for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food and support food service improvements.
• Create a positive kitchen environment.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Decision-making

Resilience

Job description

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Job Details

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food service
• Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported
• Supporting the team in delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Supporting the team with ordering food, stock control and controlling food waste
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Supporting the team to manage budgets and successfully meet financial targets
• Complying with Food Handling and Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health and Safety regulations

Position Details

• Location: Hamworthy Barracks
• Hourly Rate: £16.72 per hour
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 5 days

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food and support food service improvements
• Create a positive kitchen environment
• Support food delivery, stock management, and hygiene standards
• Assist with budget management and financial targets
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Ability to foster a positive work environment
• Excellent communication skills and relationship building
• Motivated and eager for excellence
• Decision-making skills and initiative
• Resilience under pressure
• Reliability and punctuality
• Passion for great-tasting food

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development programs
• Healthcare benefits including Digital GP
• Travel discounts and shopping discounts
• Entertainment discounts and cashback rewards
• Wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS supports military, police, and government sites, along with energy sector facilities. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.