Sous Chef

Compass Group UK; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in Reading is seeking an enthusiastic Sous Chef to join their team. This role involves preparing exceptional food, supporting kitchen operations, and ensuring a positive working environment. Ideal candidates will be passionate about great-tasting food and capable of thriving under pressure, with excellent communication skills. The offer includes comprehensive benefits and development opportunities within a supportive company culture.

Benefits

Operational training and development

Life assurance scheme

Personal development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Social events and communication

Holiday purchase scheme

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Passionate about using fresh ingredients.
• Desire to succeed and develop in the role.
• Strive for excellence in a motivated manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Support team in food service delivery.
• Maintain hygiene and health standards.

Skills

Culinary creativity

Great communication

Ability to work under pressure

Timekeeping and reliability

Team management

Job description

Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for CH&CO on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a Sous Chef, you will be working alongside a truly passionate team to create an outstanding culinary experience.

If you are an innovative and creative Sous Chef, passionate about using top quality fresh ingredients, and looking for a role which can offer both work life balance and career development - we want to hear from you!

In return we offer support and development to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Benefits

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Shift Pattern

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Key Responsibilities

• 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

Ideal Candidate

• Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive
• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
• Passionate about great-tasting food

Equal Opportunity Statement

CH&CO, a part of 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!