Sous Chef

ESS; Wareham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in the UK is seeking a skilled chef to support the Head Chef with kitchen operations, prepare and serve high-quality meals, and supervise staff. The ideal candidate will have experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie and possess strong leadership and communication skills. Benefits include a contributory pension scheme, career development programs, and healthcare benefits.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Discounts on groceries

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar chef role (Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie).
• Qualifications in culinary arts is desirable.
• Flexible and reliable, able to work various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Prepare and serve quality meals to standards.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain team consistency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Passion for food

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations
• Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals to service standards
• Supervise and motivate kitchen staff, ensuring consistency and teamwork
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards
• Assist with menu planning, stock control, and allergen management
• Deliver quality and efficiency across all shift patterns

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience essential in a similar chef role (Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie)
• Qualifications desirable (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent)
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
• Passion for great food and quality service ??
• Flexible and reliable, able to work early, mid, and late shifts

Benefits

• 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, Mor...