Sous Chef

Restaurant Associates Careers; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary services provider in Uxbridge is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a new kitchen. You'll work directly with the Head Chef, manage kitchen operations, and create high-quality dishes. Strong culinary skills and leadership experience are essential. Enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule and a range of benefits including free meals and gym membership. Join us and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic food experience.

Benefits

Free meals

Onsite free car parking

Subsidised gym membership

Contributory pension scheme

Digital GP access

Exclusive travel discounts

Discounts on groceries

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a leadership role.
• Strong culinary skills and creativity.
• Excellent communication skills and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Head Chef to manage kitchen operations.
• Create and present high-quality dishes.
• Lead and train the kitchen team.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards.
• Manage inventory and costs.

Skills

Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role

Strong culinary skills

Excellent leadership abilities

Calm under pressure

Food hygiene certification

Pastry experience

Job description

Sous Chef - Be Part of Something New!

Location: Uxbridge

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Salary: £16.69 per hour

Are you ready to take your culinary career to the next level? We’re opening the doors to a brand-new kitchen in Uxbridge, fitted with top‑of‑the‑range equipment and designed for creativity and excellence. This is your chance to join from the very beginning and help shape a modern, dynamic food experience.

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.

What We’re Looking For

• 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!

Why Join Us?

• Work in a brand‑new kitchen with cutting‑edge equipment.
• 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:

• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Subsidised gym membership
• 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
• Unwind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year

About Us

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.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!