Sous Chef

Compass Group PLC; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group PLC in Poole is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join a vibrant kitchen. You will support the Chef Manager, deliver flavoursome, visually appealing dishes across grab-and-go and plated formats, and help shape menus with quality ingredients.

This hands-on role rewards a chef with strong organisational skills, a focus on food safety, and a talent for developing others in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Confident Chef de Partie or Sous with experience in quality-focused kitchens.
• Love for nourishing and exciting food; modern techniques and bold flavours.
• Strong organisational skills for rota, prep lists, and stockroom.
• Passion for developing others and leading by example.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef Manager in delivering food that’s full of flavour, consistency, and visual appeal across varied service formats.
• Help shape menus that celebrate quality ingredients and smart nutritional choices.
• Foster a positive, high-performing culture where culinary standards are championed every day.
• Assist with ordering, stock control, and kitchen organisation to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
• Maintain best-in-class food hygiene and safety, with presentation that always feels considered.

Skills

Chef de Partie or Sous Chef

Job description

Sous Chef

Location: Poole
Working Pattern: Sunday - 7:30am to 3:30pm (Potential for an 8am start if candidate requires use of public transport)
Hourly Rate: £16 per hour

Are you ready to bring your culinary talent to the next level in a vibrant kitchen where creativity, collaboration, and excellence are always on the menu?

We’re looking for a passionate Sous Chef who lives and breathes food – someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, supports their Chef Manager with confidence, and brings both skill and flair to every service. This role is perfect for a driven chef ready to help shape exceptional dining experiences while leading by example.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Chef Manager in delivering food that’s full of flavour, consistency, and visual appeal across varied service formats, from wholesome grab and go to elegant plated dishes.


• Stay curious – help shape menus that celebrate quality ingredients and smart nutritional choices.


• Help foster a positive, high-performing culture where culinary standards are championed every day.


• Assist with ordering, stock control, and kitchen organisation to ensure smooth, efficient operations.


• Maintain best-in-class food hygiene and safety, with presentation that always feels considered.

What you’ll bring to the table

• A confident Chef de Partie or Sous with experience in quality-focused kitchens.


• A love for food that’s both nourishing and exciting, think modern techniques, bold flavours, and balanced plates.


• Strong organisational skills – you know your way around a rota, prep list, and stockroom.


• Passion for developing others, you lead by example and raise the bar


• A sharp eye for food safety, consistency, and detail.


• Knowledge of portioning, food cost and waste control, flavour should be smart as well as satisfying.

Hungry for more?

We also offer exciting culinary pathways for team members who want to level up. With real-time mentoring, hands-on experience, and the chance to earn recognised qualifications, it’s a delicious way to grow your skills while doing what you love.

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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!

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