Sous Chef

Elior Group; Topsham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tasty meals

Flexible working

28 days holiday (31 after 2 years)

Leave for life’s moments

Volunteering days

Career development

Wellbeing support

Pension schemes

Job summary

Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community at Pym Court is seeking a 2nd Chef to uphold high food standards, keep the kitchen clean and well-stocked, and stay current with menus. You will offer a warm, friendly service and ensure COSHH, food safety, and health and safety compliance in a community-focused setting.

The role is 16 hours per week across 2 days, with a salary of £13,594.88 (£16.34 per hour), and opportunities to grow within the Elior group in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Passion for food.
• Focused on the front line.
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Team player with kitchen experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the food is to the highest standard.
• Ensure the kitchen and service area are clean and well-presented.
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer.
• Offer a warm and friendly service.
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed.

Skills

Food passion

Customer service

Team player

Job description

Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community

At Pym Court, within Caterplus, we don’t just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart.

What you’ll be doing…

As a 2nd Chef you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunity to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team. We will give you responsibility for ensuring the food is to the highest standard, the kitchen area is always clean and well presented, and well-stocked.

• Ensure the food is to the highest standard
• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

Working Pattern: 2 Days Out Of 7 | 16 Hours Per Week

Salary: £13,594.88 (£16.34 per hour)

Job ID: 7059

What can you bring?

• Possess a passion for food
• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Previous experience of working in a kitchen

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feel seen, heard, and empowered to success.