Sous Chef

Gather + Gather; Richmond; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great training and development

Life assurance

Employee wellbeing & support

Discount vouchers

Job summary

CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, invites applications for a Sous Chef to join a dedicated team on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week. You will craft exquisite dishes, mentor staff, and help drive exceptional food experiences for CH&CO clients.

We value innovation, quality fresh ingredients, work life balance, and career development. The role offers development opportunities, inclusive culture, and rewards for going beyond the plate.

Qualifications

• Sous chef experience or strong background in professional kitchen operations.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage time and budgets in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality dishes for clients and customers.
• Identify opportunities to improve food service and kitchen efficiency.
• Create a positive kitchen environment and support your team.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and waste management.
• Ensure hygiene, health and safety standards are met.

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for CH&CO on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 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

Could you bring your spark to CH&CO? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• 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

Our Ideal Sous Chef Will

• 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

Job Reference: com/2307/47619001/52822087/BU #Gather and Gather

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!