Sous Chef

Restaurant Associates; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning

Digital GP and healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Job summary

Restaurant Associates, United Kingdom, is seeking a Sous Chef to be the right hand to the Head Chef, bringing passion, precision and leadership to the team. You’ll influence menus, lead service and help maintain the highest standards of quality.

Monday to Friday, with weekends off, the role offers competitive pay and a supportive team. You’ll manage stock, training and cost control while upholding food hygiene and safety, with opportunities to grow through our Career Pathways.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar leadership role.
• Food hygiene certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong culinary skills and a flair for presentation.
• Lead and inspire the team, supporting training and development.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Head Chef to run a smooth, efficient kitchen.
• Create and present dishes that impress every time.
• Lead and inspire the team, supporting training and development.
• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Contribute ideas for menu planning and improvements.
• Manage stock, ordering, and cost control effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Hygiene standards

Stock control

Team training

Calm under pressure

Pastry skills

Communication

Job description

As our Sous Chef, you'll be the right hand to the Head Chef, bringing passion, precision, and leadership to the team. You'll have the freedom to showcase your skills, influence menus, and work in an environment where quality and innovation come first. What You’ll Do

• Partner with the Head Chef to run a smooth, efficient kitchen.
• Create and present dishes that impress every time.
• Lead and inspire the team, supporting training and development.
• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Contribute ideas for menu planning and improvements.
• Manage stock, ordering, and cost control effectively.
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar leadership role.
• Strong culinary skills and a flair for presentation.
• Calm and confident under pressure during busy service.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• Food hygiene certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Pastry experience? That's a fantastic bonus!
• Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.
• Be part of a fresh, exciting chapter from day one.
• Monday to Friday schedule - enjoy your weekends!
• Competitive pay and a supportive, professional team.
• We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families