Sous Chef

Baxterstorey; Spearywell; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the United Kingdom seeks a Sous Chef to join their culinary team. You will assist in food preparation and help maintain high standards of quality while training staff. Candidates should possess a culinary degree and strong food safety knowledge. This role offers various benefits including 28 days holiday and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within a contract catering company is preferred.
• Capacity to work efficiently under pressure in a high‑volume kitchen environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in food preparation, production, and service.
• Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet standards.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff and maintain hygiene procedures.

Skills

Food safety standards knowledge

Excellent communication

Ability to multitask

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Culinary degree or relevant certifications

Job description

As a Sous Chef you will collaborate with our culinary team to craft flavourful dishes that nourish both body and mind,

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of food preparation, production, and service.
• Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet the company's standards and client expectations.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff and kitchen assistants, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist in menu planning and development, taking into consideration dietary restrictions, nutritional guidelines, and seasonal ingredients.
• Oversee stock control and ordering to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with the catering team to execute special events, themed dinners, and other culinary initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, always following health and safety regulations.
• Support the Head Chef in administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and maintaining records of food costs and inventory.
• Stay updated on industry trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to continuously enhance the menu offerings and overall dining experience.
• Foster a positive working environment by demonstrating leadership qualities, effective communication, and teamwork; we work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Key Qualifications

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Interested? Even if you don't meet all requirements, we'd like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

• Previous experience working in a similar role within a contract catering company or educational institution preferred.
• Culinary degree or relevant certifications from a recognised culinary institute.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure in a high‑volume kitchen environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Fun and enthusiastic.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Team‑player, enjoys succeeding as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to work.

Benefits and Perks

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Plus your birthday off.
• 3 volunteering days.
• 3 days grandparent leave.
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave.
• Secondary career leave.
• Wedding/commitment day leave.
• Free meals on shift.
• Bespoke training and development opportunities.
• Apprenticeship opportunities for all experience levels.
• Pension and life insurance.
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema.
• Wellbeing hub.
• Access to employee assistance programme.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Why Work With Us

Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you.

At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft. We invest in you to develop your professional growth. As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, ensuring you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work‑life balance, because we believe people excel when given the space to take care of themselves.

As a Disability Confident employer we generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. For more details please visit our accessibility page.