Sous Chef

Gather + Gather; Wantage; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great training and development

Life assurance scheme

Personal development and training

Wellbeing strategy and EAP

Regular social events

Holiday purchase scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is seeking an ambitious Sous Chef to join our team and help deliver exceptional food experiences. You will work closely with a passionate team to create outstanding culinary experiences for clients.

The role offers a structured development path, emphasis on work-life balance, and opportunities to progress within a growing organisation that recognises and rewards excellence.

Qualifications

• Previous Sous Chef experience in catering/kitchen.
• Ability to supervise and train staff.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Identify opportunities to improve our food service.
• Create a positive kitchen environment where the team feel welcomed and supported.
• Assist the team with ordering, stock control and controlling food waste.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning and hygiene standards.
• Support the team to manage budgets and meet financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with Food Handling and Hygiene standards.
• Ensure Health and Safety regulations are followed.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Time management

Food safety awareness

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for CH&CO on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.
As a Sous Chef, you will be working alongside a truly passionate team to create an outstanding culinary experience.
If you are an innovative and creative Sous Chef, passionate about using top quality fresh ingredients, and looking for a role which can offer both work life balance and career development - we want to hear from you!
In return we offer support and development to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
BenefitsWorking with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Here’s an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days
Please note: This role is contracted to 1 weeks per year
Could you bring your spark to CH&CO? Here's what you need to know before applying:
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food service
• Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported
• Supporting the team in delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Supporting the team with ordering food, stock control and controlling food waste
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Supporting the team to manage budgets and successfully meet financial targets
• Complying with Food Handling and Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health and Safety regulations

Our Ideal Sous Chef Will

• Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive
• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
• Passionate about great-tasting food

Job Reference: com/1510/48371001/52760315/R/BU #Gather and Gather
CH&CO, a part of 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 our full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!