Sous Chef

Compass Group UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK offers an exciting opportunity for a Sous Chef to join a passionate team delivering exceptional culinary experiences. This full-time role emphasizes using top-quality fresh ingredients and encourages career development and work-life balance through support and training, as well as a culture of empowerment and respect.

Benefits

Operational training and development

Life assurance scheme

Personal development opportunities

Wellbeing strategy

Employee Assistance Programme access

Holiday purchase scheme

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Passion about using top-quality fresh ingredients.
• Desire to succeed in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to comply with food handling and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients.
• Identify opportunities to improve food service.
• Create a positive kitchen environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Motivation

Initiative

Customer-focused decisions

Ability to work under pressure

Reliability

Passion for food

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Compass Group Ireland on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a Sous Chef, you will work alongside a passionate team to deliver outstanding culinary experiences.

If you are an innovative and creative Sous Chef, passionate about using top-quality fresh ingredients, and seeking a role that offers work-life balance and career development, we want to hear from you!

We offer support and development to help you progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Working with us comes with benefits and development opportunities:

• Operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal development and training opportunities
• A wellbeing strategy, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• High street discount vouchers

Here's an idea of your shift pattern:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Nights)

Could you bring your spark to Compass Group Ireland? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing high-quality food that delights clients and customers
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food service
• Creating a positive kitchen environment for your team
• Supporting the team in delivering our food concepts
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Managing food ordering, stock control, and waste
• Overseeing kitchen hygiene standards
• Supporting budget management and financial targets
• Complying with food handling, hygiene, and safety standards

Our ideal Sous Chef will:

• Create a positive work environment
• Be an excellent communicator and relationship builder
• Strive for excellence with motivation
• Take initiative and make customer-focused decisions
• Have a desire to succeed
• Work well under pressure
• Be reliable and punctual
• Be passionate about great-tasting food

Job Reference: com/0207/43286001/52739546/ROI #G&G Ireland

CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and have equal opportunities for career growth. We celebrate diversity and aim to create a culture of respect, empowerment, and achievement.