Sous Chef

Wilson Vale; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Wilson Vale as a Sous Chef in a vibrant Conference & Events setting, where you will manage kitchen operations and deliver high-quality seasonal dishes. With a focus on fresh food and innovation, this permanent role offers excellent work-life balance, growth opportunities, and a fun work environment. If you're a dedicated culinary leader with a passion for quality, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Overtime paid as Time in Lieu

Two weeks annual leave for Christmas and New Year

Full autonomy on menus

Paid bespoke training

Your birthday off every year

Qualifications

• Experience in a fresh food environment.
• Ability to lead and train a kitchen team.
• Strong knowledge of various cuisines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily kitchen operations and cooking.
• Manage and support kitchen staff effectively.
• Ensure high food quality in line with Wilson Vale standards.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Skills

Communication

Team Management

Creativity

Job description

Wilson Vale Royal Leamington Spa, England, United Kingdom

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We are currently recruiting for a Sous Chef to join our team at one of our conference venues in Warwick, CV32.

We are a fresh food led operation that is open 7 days a week. Working straight shifts, 5 days over 7 you will be required to assist the 2 Senior Sous Chefs and the Head Chef in the smooth running of this busy Conference & Events centre. We pride ourselves on the high quality of our offer with specialist chefs on all sections of the kitchen, A fresh food background and ability to cook different cuisines is essential.

This a permanent position working 40 hours per week, 5 out of 7 days. 1 in 2 Saturdays off during quiet periods, 1 in 3 Saturdays off during busy periods, to suit the business needs.

The venue is easily commutable from Warwick, Leamington Spa, Coventry, and the surrounding areas, including Solihull, Nuneaton, and Stratford-upon-Avon

Wilson Vale is an established, quality-led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools and at conference venues with the same high-end ethos throughout.

Venue Benefits

Overtime worked given back as Time in Lieu

2 Weeks Annual Leave for Christmas & New Year

1 in 2 Saturdays off during quiet periods

1 meal on shift per day

Full uniform provided

Full autonomy on Menus and produce

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Be responsible to assist in the daily operation of the kitchen and the preparation and cooking of all types of dishes.

Be responsible, dedicated and a strong leader with the ability to manage a brigade of talented chefs.

Be able to train and develop your team supportively and professionally.

Deliver consistent food standards following the Wilson Vale brand standards.

Deliver fresh, seasonal and innovative food from around the world.

Be able to interact and engage with people while the food is being served.

WILSON VALE PERKS:

Our working hours are some of the best you'll find in catering - we are strong believers in work-life balance

Our working environment is fun and inspiring, with excellent career development opportunities

Craft Works - Free craft-focused career development training programme

Paid training bespoke to you

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- your wellbeing is very important to us

Online employee benefits scheme - monetary savings on everyday items!

Your Birthday off every year after 1 years’ service.

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Wilson Vale is an equal opportunities employer that strives to create an inclusive working environment for all. We are committed to supporting our people and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. From each and every person in our catering teams, to our operations and central support teams - everyone at has a voice.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Restaurants

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