Sous Chef

Lexington Catering Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working

28 days holiday

Leave for life moments

Volunteer days

Room to grow

Wellbeing support

Pension schemes

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Lexington Catering Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join our award-winning contract catering team in the United Kingdom. You will support the Head Chef, uphold the highest food standards, maintain a clean and well-stocked kitchen, and contribute to a positive, customer-focused service mindset.

The role requires leadership, passion for quality food, and flexibility for events. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with meals, flexible working, and opportunities to advance within a

Qualifications

• Must have passion for food and high standards of quality.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage a team on the kitchen floor.
• Customer service focus with a friendly approach and presence on the front line.
• Team player who communicates well with colleagues and supervisors.
• Previous kitchen experience in a similar role is essential.
• Solid background in hospitality and staff dining environments.
• Flexibility to work evening events and hospitality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the food is prepared to the highest standard.
• Keep the kitchen and service area clean, well-presented and stocked.
• Stay up-to-date with menus and offerings.
• Provide warm, friendly service to guests.
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety compliance at all times.

Skills

Passion for food

Leadership skills

Front line focus

Customer service excellence

Team player

Kitchen experience

Hospitality & Staff Dining

Evening events flexibility

Job description

Lexington is an award-winning contract caterer that focus on providing great food and service to customers. To do this we need fabulous people and we work hard to create an environment where our team members feel engaged, inspired, valued and enjoy what they do.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

Salary: £45,000

Job ID: 8003

What you'll be serving up...

As a Sous 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. The Sous Chef supports the Head Chef in all aspects of managing the team

• 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

The ingredients you'll bring...

• Possess a passion for food
• Show great leadership skills
• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Previous experience of working in a kitchen in a similar role
• Strong background in Hospitality and Staff Dining
• Flexibility to work evening Events and Hospitality

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 feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help!