Sous Chef

Professional Personnel Management Ltd; Royston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

PPM Recruitment is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join a professional catering operation in Royston. The role supports the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in delivering high-quality food and maintaining kitchen standards.

You will work alongside an established kitchen team, ensuring food is prepared to a high standard and hygiene standards are upheld in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Sous Chef or similar kitchen role.
• Strong cooking skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• A positive attitude and a passion for producing quality food.
• A reliable, flexible and hands-on approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Prepare, cook and present high-quality meals to a consistently high standard.
• Assist with menu planning, food preparation and stock control.
• Supervise and support junior kitchen staff when required.
• Ensure food is prepared and served on time.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, health and safety.
• Ensure the kitchen is kept clean, organised and safe.
• Monitor food storage, stock rotation and wastage.
• Follow company procedures and food safety regulations.
• Work collaboratively with the wider catering team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food prep techniques

Organisational skills

Time management

Work under pressure

Positive attitude

Reliability & flexibility

Job description

PPM Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Sous Chef to join a professional catering operation in Royston.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and motivated chef looking for a permanent position, supporting the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in delivering high-quality food and maintaining excellent kitchen standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Prepare, cook and present high-quality meals to a consistently high standard.
• Assist with menu planning, food preparation and stock control.
• Supervise and support junior kitchen staff when required.
• Ensure food is prepared and served on time.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, health and safety.
• Ensure the kitchen is kept clean, organised and safe.
• Monitor food storage, stock rotation and wastage.
• Follow company procedures and food safety regulations.
• Work collaboratively with the wider catering team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar kitchen role.
• Strong cooking skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• A positive attitude and a passion for producing quality food.
• A reliable, flexible and hands-on approach to work.

What We Offer

• £15.60 per hour
• The opportunity to develop your career within a professional catering environment.
• The chance to work as part of an established kitchen team.