Sous Chef

Medirest Signature; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Tonbridge is seeking a Sous Chef to manage food production, ensuring high standards in preparation and presentation. The role requires innovation and team motivation while adhering to hygiene and health standards. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a passion for food, with opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Qualifications

• Knowledge of health & nutritional guidelines is essential.
• Strong English communication skills and basic computer literacy are required.
• Ability to motivate and develop your team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and present food to required standards.
• Oversee stock and waste control while ensuring hygiene standards.
• Innovate and develop food offerings, staying current with food trends.

Skills

Food production

Team motivation

Communication skills

Nutritional guidelines knowledge

Creativity

Organizational skills

Job description

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and others
• Discounts on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards on spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

What you'll be doing:

As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for planning, preparation, cooking, and presentation of food to the standards required by the company and the client. You will also oversee stock and waste control, ensuring all hygiene and health & safety standards are met. You will work closely with the onsite leadership team.

If you are passionate about using top-quality, fresh ingredients and seek a role offering work-life balance and career development, apply now!

More about the role:

• Adopt a hands-on approach, taking responsibility for food production, including pupil and staff feeding, as well as hospitality and events
• Innovate and develop food offerings, staying current with food trends
• Knowledge of health & nutritional guidelines is essential
• Strong English communication skills and basic computer literacy are required
• Ability to motivate and develop your team
• Be a great team player

Who you are:

• Innovative and creative
• Enthusiastic, motivational, and committed to excellence
• Organized, with sound judgment and prioritization skills
• Respected by others
• Flexible with a positive attitude
• Proven track record of high performance
• Strong commercial experience
• Ability to monitor and challenge processes
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Passionate about food

About Us

As part of Compass, you'll contribute to feeding people, fueling progress, and building connections across approximately 6,000 venues. Join us to advance your career with the industry leader, enjoy competitive pay, great perks, and unrivaled learning and development opportunities at one of the UK's largest businesses.

Job Reference: com/2907/43112001/52752861/SU #Independent

Compass Group UK&I is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and have equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate diversity and strive to ensure all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to reach their full potential.